Shapiro Library is located on Central Campus and is one of our most active hubs. Here's how to reach us.

Public transit

• Several city and campus buses drop off near our location. All city buses are lift or ramp equipped. Find your route with Google Maps Transit. 
• If you need door-to-door service and you’re a student, faculty, or staff member, you might qualify for free, local rides with Paratransit. 
• Commuting from longer distances? It’s free to park at the State Street Park & Ride lot, which provides low-cost bus service to Shapiro Library via Route 62.

Parking

• The Forest Parking garage is open to the public at an hourly rate. It has accessible spaces.
• Limited metered street parking is available on State Street, Tappan Avenue, East University Avenue, and North University Avenue. 
• Designated parking spaces are available in lot C5  for faculty and staff who have a verified state-issued disability placard and a “blue” university parking permit.

For more information on campus transportation, please visit University of Michigan Logistics, Transportation & Parking.