The Manitoba Marathon has made great strides to increase safety, reduce the traffic congestion and get our participants and spectators to the start line on time.

 

Bison Bus Shuttle Park and Ride

Our Bison Bus Shuttle service is your BEST option for getting to the race! Service begins at 5:30am and buses leave 5-10 minutes from each location.

 

Shuttles will operate from the following locations in close proximity (<20 minutes)to the University Campus:

 

Manitoba Hydro Lot (Chevrier)

Clarence Station (Winnipeg Rapid Transit) – ACCESSIBLE

Ralph Cantafio Soccer Complex (Waverley St.)

Seel Station (Winnipeg Rapid Transit) – ACCESSIBLE

 

All shuttles will drop off and pick up at Stadium Station, entering Princess Auto Stadium through Gate 3 on race day.

Shuttle Passes

Shuttle passes are $10 per rider and must be purchased during registration or through the online store after registering.

There are two types of passes:

Driver Pass
– Includes 1 parking pass + 1 shuttle rider wristband (for the driver)

Rider Wristband
– Required for each additional passenger in the vehicle

Example:
If 4 people carpool, you will need 1 Drive Pass + 3 Rider wristbands.

Participants are encouraged to carpool whenever possible to maximize parking capacity at shuttle locations.

Important Information

– Wristbands are location-specific based on the shuttle you select
– Each shuttle location can accommodate up to 1,000 riders
– Parking spaces are limited at each lot
– Wristbands will not be sold at shuttle locations on race day

Additional wristbands may be available online or at the Fit Expo, depending on availability. Forgot to purchase at check out? You can buy a pass after you register here:

Purchase a Wristband

Wristbands are required to ride the shuttle on race day and will not be available for purchase at the shuttle locations.

Winnipeg Transit

To reduce the impact of your travel to the race site, we suggest choosing Winnipeg Transit. Routes are available all over the city that will bring you to Princess Auto Stadium (race site).

Using the Winnipeg Transit Navigo app or website, you can build a race day route that will take you right to the action.

  • Enter the address you are departing from
  • Enter PRINCESS AUTO STADIUM as your destination
  • Ensure that you update the date (Sunday, June 21) and time you want to leave; depending on the area of Winnipeg you are coming from, you may need to give yourself an hour to arrive as Sunday route operations are generally reduced in most areas
  • You can even create an account and save the route to MY FAVOURITES to make it quick and easy on race morning to find what you need

If you need extra help with the Navigo app, check out this step-by-step video from Winnipeg Transit.

If you live in an area where the buses don’t run on Sundays, you can utilize WT On Request Service. You can book ahead by either booking online or by contacting 311.

 

 

On Site Parking SOLD OUT for 2026

Extremely Limited on-site parking will be available in U-lot only. Parking passes are available for $30 online purchase with your race registration, at anytime by clicking here. 

If you purchase one of these parking passes you must adhere to the parking plan as identified on the pass, map and information provided via email. Vehicle access to the race site is extremely limited on race morning.

You must  have your pass with you. No pass, No parking. This is a great option for many, bring your families or carpool with fellow runners.

 

 

Bike valet

A bike check system is offered and staffed by volunteers on race day on the east side of Princess Auto Stadium.

We encourage bicycles and have ample space for those taking active transport to leave their bikes with our secure bike valet service located immediately beside the tailgate area. Bike valet service is open from 6am-1pm on race day.

Pedestrian Access

Participants accessing the race site on foot are welcome to enter on the sidewalk via University Crescent or Chancellor Matheson. Pedestrian access at Chancellor Matheson will be restricted to the NORTH sidewalk only. Please follow the signs and the instruction of security personnel.

There is no pedestrian drop-off on campus. All participants must be dropped off at an offsite location and walk in.

 

 

Accessible Options

Parking- there are a limited number of accessible parking spots available on-site on race day. Individuals who have a valid accessible parking permit can contact us directly to purchase their parking pass. Proof of a valid permit will be required.

UM Bison Bus Shuttle- Both the Clarence avenue and Seel Station park and ride locations have accessible parking. Busses from these locations are also accessible and a great option for individuals with mobility issues as well as families with strollers.

 

To get to your Start Line on time please consider the following:

  • All participants are strongly advised to arrive at the University of Manitoba a minimum of 1 hour before your scheduled start time, whether you are a parking pass holder, riding a shuttle, biking or walking/jogging in.
  • Unless otherwise indicated the University of Manitoba is CLOSED to vehicle traffic for the duration of the Manitoba Marathon. If you are being dropped off, you must be dropped off campus and walk in.