After first moving to a new city, nothing is more confusing than figuring out how to get around. Kamloops is no exception and there are many of ways to get to and from campus. From bussing to biking we will be covering your main modes of transport to and from Thompson Rivers University.

Catching a bus in Kamloops is simple. All you need to do is to pay attention to the schedules, know where the bus stops are, plug in your headphones, and play some T-swift songs along the ride. You can see where your bus is in real time on the BC Transit Website. You also get a UPASS as part of your tuition that includes an unlimited transit pass for the City of Kamloops, a 50% discount to a monthly membership to the Tournament Capital Centre and free access to The Canada Games Aquatic Centre. This allows you to hop on the bus by just swiping your pass and you get a free ride to TRU!

Biking and walking are a solid way to commute if you live near campus. They are great for your health mentally and physically and is a cost-effective mode of transport. You can ride your bike on one the many trails that cut through Kamloops. Or you can walk on the sidewalk and perhaps say hi to the fellow student walking to school. Either way, it will help your wallet, fitness and happiness.

Driving to TRU can be a stressful, lengthy and expensive enterprise. If you have no issue trading in those pennies for a prime spot and planning for the stress of an everyday commute to school, then perhaps paying for premium parking is the solution for you. There are other options such as the TRU Rideshare app that can make life easier. Unless you live far away from a convenient bus or bike route we, suggest ditching the car.

Ultimately, getting from point A to point B is easier than you think in Kamloops. The tips we’ve given you here will give you the head start you need to successfully navigate Kamloops and your studies at TRU.