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Office of Parking & Transportation

Visitor Parking at Marshall University

General Visitor Parking
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

We’re glad you’re visiting Marshall University! Whether you’re here for a meeting, tour, event, or just exploring campus, we offer several parking options to make your visit convenient and hassle-free.

6th Avenue Parking Facility
Located between 18th and 19th Streets, this garage is open to visitors, students, and employees.

    • Rate: $0.50/hour — CASH ONLY
    • How it works: Take a ticket at entry; pay when exiting based on time parked.
    • Hours:
      • Regular: Monday–Friday, 7 a.m. – 11 p.m.
      • Summer Hours (May 7 – Aug. 15, 2025): Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
      • No overnight parking – Vehicles not removed before the facility closes, cannot be retrieved until the garage reopens.

Park & Pay Lot
Located on 5th Avenue between Corbly Hall and the Bookstore, the Park & Pay lot is a convenient surface lot for short visits.

    • Rate: $1/hour (up to 2 hours)
    • Payment Instructions:
      1. Touch the screen on the meter near Corbly Hall.
      2. Select your time (1 or 2 hours), insert cash, and take your receipt.
      3. Place the receipt visibly on your dashboard.

Metered Parking (On-Street)
Metered spaces on 3rd, 4th, and 6th Avenues are managed by the City of Huntington. Please follow posted signage and time limits.

Visitor Parking Permits

Visitors may purchase a one-day permit for $3 from the Parking Enforcement Office.

  • Location: Office of Public Safety, 1801 5th Avenue
  • Hours:
    • Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
    • Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Permits allow access to designated visitor areas across campus during enforcement hours.

Enforcement Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Parking rules apply year-round and are not tied to the academic calendar.

Temporary Handicap Permits

Need accessible parking for the day? Visit the Parking Enforcement Office to obtain a temporary handicap permit.

Special Events & Appointments

If you’re attending an event or meeting on campus during the business week, your event sponsor may have made parking arrangements on your behalf.
Check with your campus contact or call 304-696-6406 to confirm parking details.

Home Football Game Parking

Parking for home football games is managed by the Marshall Athletics Department.

  • Contact: Andrew Brown, Associate Athletic Director
    304-696-3665
  • On game days, MU permits are not valid in the Stadium Lot or any numbered surface spaces.
  • Permit holders must move their vehicles by 7 a.m. on game day or risk being towed.
  • Parking in garages or unnumbered lots is allowed, but re-entry requires payment if you leave and return.
Contact Us

For questions or assistance, please contact the Parking Enforcement Office at 304-696-6406.

We appreciate your cooperation and hope you enjoy your time at Marshall University!