Bus Permits

Buses in Ocean City are required to display a bus permit when entering city limits between May 15 and September 10. Bus permits can be obtained through the Ocean City Department of Transportation. Parking arrangements must be made prior to submitting your request for a parking permit. Parking permits are issued for either private property or for the municipal parking lot.

Private Property Parking Permits

Privatly owned business establishments, including hotels, motels, restaurants and shopping malls, will usually allow you to park on their premises if you are patronizing their establishmenrs during your trip.

After making all parking arrangements, complete and submit the charter bus application to the Department of Transportation.

Upon receipt of your application, the parking permit will be issued. This does not require a fee.

Convention Center Parking Permits

The Convention Center parking lot, located at 4001 Coastal Highway, is a municipal parking area available for buses.

Contact the Department of Transportation at least 14 days prior to your trip in order to confirm that space is available.

After reserving your space, mail your application and check for $100 made payable to the Town of Ocean City.

Upon receipt of your application and payment, the parking permit will be issued.

Convention Center Parking Rules

Motors must be turned off after parking on the lot.
All buses must vacate the parking area by 7pm. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Bus companies will be responsible for any debris left behind by their passengers.
Resort information is available in the Visitors Center located in the Convention Center.

General Rules & Regulations

The parking or standing of buses on the public ways or streets is prohibited at all times from May 15 to September 10.

Buses are allowed limited time to board and discharge passengers at the Transit Center, located on South Division Street between Baltimore Avenue and Philadelphia Avenue. Please- no parking at the Transit Center, other than to board or discharge passengers.

No refunds will be made for any scheduled trip unless the Department of Transportation is notified within 48 hours of arrival date in writing. The cancelled permit must accompany the letter.