The Bear Shuttle is operated by St. Lawrence County Public Transit. SUNY Potsdam students may ride any St. Lawrence County Public Transit bus for free by showing their valid SUNY Potsdam student ID card.
The Public Transit Schedule at the bottom of this page provides schedules for all of the Public Transit bus routes. Connections at Walmart provide access to three local colleges, as well as various locations in Canton. The Clarkson shuttle operates throughout the Village of Potsdam.
The Bear Shuttle is free for SUNY Potsdam students with a valid college ID.
The Shuttle leaves promptly at the scheduled times.
Bear Shuttle service will resume on August 1, 2025.
Track your bus at St. Lawrence County Public Transit with the Passio GO! app.
Inclement Weather
Please note that buses can be delayed due to inclement weather. Please check Passio GO!, SLC Public Transit facebook page, etc. before heading to the bus stop.
Important Schedule/Service Information
Please note that the table below pertains to the public transit schedule only. For the SUNY Potsdam Academic Calendar, click here.
| Designation | Date(s) | Schedule Followed |
|---|---|---|
| Early Summer | May 19 - 31 | Wknd/Holiday |
| Memorial Day (observed) | May 26 | No Service |
| Summer Break | June 1 - July 31 | No Service |
| Late Summer | August 1 - 17 | Wknd/Holiday |
| Regular Services Resume | August 18 | Full Service Schedule |
Questions?
If you have any questions, call Public Transit at (315) 386-2600 for assistance. You may also contact Student Affairs at (315) 267-2117.