Panther Van Shuttle
The Panther Van Shuttle provides rides for students who do not have a means of transportation.
The shuttle will visit areas of Ithaca and Cortland such as grocery stores, shopping plazas, eateries and more. We're here to help connect students to the surrounding areas to enhance their appreciation of of the beautiful surrounding area.
The shuttle will run throughout the semester.
| Day | Times |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Thursday | 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Typically, each day offers two loops for approximately 1.5-2 hours of six students max at a time. Our green van is the designated vehicle for these trips. However, if there is increased interest in attendance - we can make some adjustments and change hours and vehicle size.
Special Trip Requests
Teresa Biviano is our wonderful driver of the Panther Van Shuttle. In addition to the designated Panther Van Shuttle times, Teresa has made herself available for special trip requests.
She has shuttled students to: The Hangar Theatre, Cinemapolis, Ice Skating, Skiing and Snowboarding at Greek Peak, and other special trips for our college over the last two years. If you have a special trip request, please email her.
Note: She may or may not be able to accommodate you request depending on her personal schedule - so please plan accordingly.
All information regarding times of the Panther Van Shuttle is located on Campus Groups. All trips have been planned out for the entire semester and are available for students to plan and sign up.
TCAT
Route 43
This route is available seven days a week. It takes you from the Tompkins Cortland main campus through Cornell and has its final inbound stop at The Commons in Ithaca. For more information visit the TCAT website or call 607.277.RIDE(7433). To learn how to obtain a Tcard or how to download TCAT's mobile pay app, go to the TCATbus store.
Please note: TCAT will begin selling lighter, disposable smart cards with different pass types by mid-to-late September. These passes will not be rechargeable and are more suited to visitors to our area or infrequent users.
Apps for TCAT
TCAT information is available from specific apps listed at tcatbus.com/ride/apps. These apps provide real-time transit information, maps, and alerts.
Park and Ride
TCAT has identified many park and ride locations throughout the county that can help both county residents and those living in surrounding counties.
Centro
Route 6
This route runs between the County Office Building, Walmart, TC3, and the Dryden Bus Stop. Visit the Centro website for specific times of the new bus route.
The Cortland County Office building is also the Greyhound bus stop in Cortland, making connections to more distant locations more convenient.
RideSharing
Tompkins Cortland Community College has partnered with 511NY Rideshare to bring you transportation resources to help improve your traveling options.
511NY Rideshare is a free program sponsored by the New York State Department of Transportation, providing resources and tools to empower commuters and travelers to make sustainable travel choices.
No matter where you live, there are alternatives to driving alone. 511NY Rideshare brings you transportation resources to improve your traveling experience!
Ridesharing can be a convenient option – allowing you to save money and connect with others. 511NY Rideshare offers ridematching for carpools, and assistance with finding transit options. Select Commute Options in the menu above for more information.
Local Transportation Information Sites
With three locations ranging from the Nancy S. Lieberman Extension Center on The Commons in Ithaca to the main campus in Dryden, to our extension center in Cortland, transportation needs are significant for TC3 students and visitors. Local bus services and taxis can help navigate the Ithaca and Cortland areas. Further out, regional transportation and air service is readily available.