Hourly Parking

The University of Arkansas offers hourly parking options in several areas of campus. The best way to pay for hourly parking is through the ParkMobile app, which will show all locations available for pay-by-phone parking. The U of A's campus map also indicates which parking areas offer hourly parking options.

ParkMobile

Download ParkMobile

The ParkMobile app is available for download on all iOS and Android devices.

Apple Download
Google Play Download

Pay Online

You can pay for hourly parking online by visiting the ParkMobile website.

Text to Pay

Signage on campus will indicate a phone number that visitors can text to receive an online payment link. Select the link and follow payment instructions to secure your parking.

Text2Park

An alternative option for pay-by-phone parking on campus is to utilize the Text2Park system. Signage is posted in all hourly parking locations on campus with the Text2Park phone number and zone number needed to purchase by-the-hour parking.

Pay Online

You can pay for hourly parking online by visiting the Text2Park website.

Text to Pay

Locate the signage posted where you are parking to find the phone number and zone number needed for payment by text.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to conduct a credit card transaction on a mobile line for this service?

Yes, your credit card number is encrypted when you sign up and is never entered or displayed.

Is there a transaction fee?

There is a $0.35 transaction fee for each parking purchase.

Do I get a receipt?

You can go online to your ParkMobile personal page anytime to make changes to your account, review parking charges, print parking transactions, and receipts, or export data to another format.

What are the advantages of ParkMobile?

ParkMobile offers clear zone boundaries, more time options, and easy navigation within the app for the best pay-to-park experience. The City of Fayetteville also uses ParkMobile, so parking on and off campus is now easier than ever.

Can I still use Flowbird and Mobile Pay for hourly parking?

The last day to use Flowbird for University of Arkansas parking payments is Feb. 28, 2026. Mobile Pay remains a text-to-pay option for parking on campus.

Can I reserve a space or prepay for parking using ParkMobile?

No, not at this time. All transactions are in real-time. You should be parked in the space before you begin your parking transaction.

Where are the zone numbers located?

Zone numbers are a critical part of your transaction and must be recorded correctly in order for your license plate to be identified by our parking service partners. You must identify your ParkMobile zone number from the ParkMobile signage located in your parking area to ensure you purchase parking for the correct lot.