How do you get around Miami Beach without a car?

The cities of Miami, Miami Beach and Coral Gables run free trolley service between popular areas and to connect with Metrobus and Metrorail. These can be a great option for traveling to events, such as a gallery, when parking is difficult. The cities often increase trolley service during major events, too.



Navigating Miami Beach without a car is remarkably easy and often preferred due to the high cost and scarcity of parking. The most convenient option is the Miami Beach Trolley, a free service that runs citywide with four main routes (South Beach, Mid-Beach, Collins Express, and North Beach) from approximately 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily. For those who enjoy being active, the city’s Citi Bike program offers hundreds of solar-powered bike-sharing stations where you can rent a bicycle for short trips along the scenic Beachwalk. Miami-Dade Transit also operates several bus lines, including the "S" and "120" routes that connect the beach to Downtown Miami and the Metrorail system. Rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft are ubiquitous and highly efficient for point-to-point travel. Additionally, much of South Beach—particularly the Art Deco District and Lincoln Road—is extremely walkable, allowing you to reach most dining, shopping, and beach destinations on foot within minutes.

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Budget-conscious travelers will be thrilled to learn about Miami-Dade County's vast public transportation system. Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus all provide low-cost or free ways for you to get around Miami without splurging on taxis, rideshares or rental cars.

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Miami's main attractions are too spread out to plan to walk everywhere but areas within Miami, such as South Beach, are very walker-friendly. Consider renting a bike for the day to bike along the boardwalks and beaches with packed sand.

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The City of Miami's free, air-conditioned trolley service runs on most of its 13 routes from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Saturday, with reduced or no service on some routes on Sundays.

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The Trolley is free and accessible to all! If you need assistance with the trolley or schedules, please call 305.416.1132. NOTE: The City of Miami trolley does not go to Miami Beach. If you need to, you can view the Miami Beach Trolley.

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The cost of living in Miami is 20% higher than the national average, which isn't too bad if you're coming from high-cost-of-living cities like New York, D.C., and San Francisco. It is a big jump if you're moving locally or from a smaller city.

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Payment options to ride Metrobus are EASY Card, EASY Ticket, GO Miami-Dade Transit app, contactless payment and cash. Go to Transit Pass to learn more about our fares and payment options. Note: Buses are equipped with bicycle racks that are attached to the front of the bus.

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Miami-Dade Transit's Miami Beach Airport Express offers daily express bus service between Miami International Airport and Miami Beach with multiple stops from 1st to 41st streets on the beach. Buses depart from the airport approximately every 30 minutes, from 6 a.m. to 11:40 p.m., seven days a week.

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The cost of a trip aboard Metrorail or Metrobus is $2.25 each way, or $5.65 for a 1-Day Pass. Metrorail and Metrobus transfers are now free. However, the transfer fee for Metrobus and Metrorail to an express Metrobus route will remain 95 cents.

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No matter where you find yourself in Miami Beach, the Beachwalk is accessible and always nearby. Running the length of the city, the Beachwalk is an approximately nine-mile oceanfront pedestrian promenade designed for joggers, cyclists and anyone who wants to enjoy a scenic seaside stroll.

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PROHIBITED ON THE BEACH: Smoking cigarettes or filtered tobacco products. Narcotics and marijuana. Large tents, tables or similar structures. Loud music.

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Downtown Miami has a more upscale and sophisticated scene, with trendy rooftop bars and exclusive nightclubs. Miami Beach, on the other hand, has a more casual and fun vibe, with beachfront bars and clubs that stay open late into the night.

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If you're still wondering when is the cheapest time to visit Miami, FL, consider late August to early September. With warm temperatures that are ideal for outdoor activities, this time of the year is one of the best times to visit Miami, FL.

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So, on average, one person would need $1,147 per week to have a comfortable stay in Miami. This would be around $2,293 on average for two people.

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If you're taking public transit in Miami, you should know that a one-way fare on the bus or MetroRail is $2.25 — cheaper than in some larger cities. But transit is far more limited than in most other major cities (except in the rest of Florida, where it's practically nonexistent), so most Miami residents need a car.

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