Miami, Florida The city's Metrorail consists of 25 miles of elevated rail that will get you all over town (including downtown Miami and to the airport), while its Metrobus system has over 1,000 buses and 95 routes all over the area.

In 2026, Miami remains the Florida city with the best and most comprehensive public transportation system, largely due to its multi-layered approach. The centerpiece is the Metrorail, an elevated rapid transit system that connects the airport to Downtown and the southern suburbs, and the Metromover, a free automated people-mover that loops through the Brickell and Downtown business districts. Miami has also seen a major boost from the Brightline high-speed rail, which provides luxury connections to Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando. While cities like Orlando (with its LYNX bus and SunRail) and Tampa (with its TECO streetcar) are improving, they lack the "grid" density that makes Miami's system viable for car-free living. Additionally, Miami's trolley system provides free, air-conditioned localized travel in popular areas like Wynwood and Coconut Grove. Despite these strengths, "best in Florida" is a relative term; compared to cities like New York or London, Miami still faces significant "last-mile" challenges, and most residents outside the urban core still rely heavily on cars for daily commuting.