LYNX Bus Services
Show your ID and ride for free.
As part of a partnership with LYNX, Valencia College students and employees are able to ride the LYNX system absolutely free. Bus services are available on all LYNX fixed-routes and NeighborLink routes during times in which LYNX is in service.
Valencia College students and employees only need their Valencia College IDs to be able to ride for free. Find information about how to obtain a Valencia College student ID card.
Download the LYNX PawPass in Google Play or App Store.
Get My PawPass App
Submit Your Consent Form
Complete and sign the LYNX PawPass consent form at any campus security office. Download
the waiver form in Atlas. Located on the “Students Tab” in Atlas in the “Student Resource” channel.
Download LYNX PawPass Authorization Form
Download and Register
Download the LYNX PawPass app on your phone and create an account. After registering,
select Valencia College from the dropdown menu on the “Your Account” page.
It will take 24-48 to activate. Attempt the app download the following day.
Verify Your Identity
You must complete the verification process which requires providing your last name
and Valencia College ID number. Have your VID ready.
After completing the verification stage, it may take up to 48 hours for your account to be activated. Once your account is successfully activated, a student pass will be added to your LYNX PawPass account.
Access Your Free Ticket
When you’re ready to ride, you can access your free ticket through the PawPass app.
Go to the “My Tickets” page, select Valencia College and click “Use Now.”
Ride for Free
When you see the bus coming, activate your ticket. Be sure to have the app open with
your ticket active and displayed as you’re getting on the bus.
Campus Security Office Locations
Advanced Manufacturing Training Center
407-582-8084
Front Desk
By appointment only
Downtown Campus
407-299-5000
Parking and Transportation
Get around downtown quickly and conveniently.
East Campus
407-582-2000
Building 5 – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Friday
7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday
Lake Nona Campus
407-582-7000
Building 1, Room 150 – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Friday
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday
Osceola Campus
407-582-4000
Building 2 – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Friday
Poinciana Campus
407-582-6500
Building 1 – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday
7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday
School of Public Safety
Building 1, Security Office
By appointment only
West Campus
407-582-6000
SSB – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Friday
7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday
Winter Park
407-582-1000
Building 1 – Security Office
7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Monday through Friday
LYNX Bus Routes
LYNX bus service is available on East, Osceola, West and Winter Park campuses. For a complete list of LYNX routes for Valencia College campuses, visit the LYNX website: LYNX Routes and Schedules
About the Partnership
LYNX and Valencia College
As part of the partnership, Valencia College pays LYNX an annual service fee for transit services for Valencia students and employees. The college does not pass this cost on to the students, but sends the funds directly to LYNX. This allows currently enrolled students, as well as full- and part-time employees, to ride the LYNX system for free.
The agreement also involves larger community collaboration initiatives.
In addition to the free transportation, Valencia College will work with LYNX on other efforts, which may include:
- Planning and implementation of additional routes
- Internship programs for students
- A planning and data sharing partnership
- Student research opportunities
- Training for LYNX employees
- Sustainability projects
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the free LYNX service?
All enrolled Valencia College students—both degree-seeking and continuing education—are
eligible to ride LYNX for free. The free service will remain in effect until a student
graduates or they are no longer actively enrolled at the college.
In addition, the free bus service is available to part- and full-time Valencia College employees.
Where can I get a Valencia College Student ID card?
Your student ID card can be obtained in the Security office on any Campus once you have registered and paid for your classes. Find information about how to obtain a Valencia College student ID card or visit a Valencia College Security Office.
Where can I find the bus routes and schedules for Valencia College campuses?
LYNX bus service is available on East, Osceola, West and Winter Park campuses.
For a complete list of LYNX routes for Valencia College campuses, visit LYNX Routes and Schedules.
Is the free LYNX service only available to and from Valencia College campuses?
No. You can get a free ride any day, at any time, on all fixed-route and NeighborLink
routes when LYNX is in service.
LYNX operates every day of the year; however, some schedules change or are suspended on Sundays and holidays. Holiday operations include New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
For all LYNX routes and schedules across the Central Florida region, visit LYNX Routes and Schedules.
Is there a limit to the number of bus transfers?
For information about bus transfers, visit GoLYNX.com.
What are the rules and guidelines for riding LYNX buses?
The LYNX ridership policies and the LYNX Rider Code of Conduct can be found online:
View LYNX How-to Ride Guides.
View LYNX Riders Code of Conduct.
Can students or employees share their Valencia ID with family members and friends
who ride LYNX?
No. The free LYNX service is only available to currently enrolled Valencia College
students and employees.
How early should I get to my bus stop?
Plan on arriving at least five minutes before the estimated time of arrival to avoid
missing your bus.
You can find bus schedules online at GoLynx.com.
UCF also has a similar free ride program. However, we are not sure of the details of their program or how it works.
Who can I contact for additional information or questions?
For more information about the LYNX partnership or other questions, please contact us.