Last Updated on October 7, 2026 by Mike
Two of the best transportation deals in South Florida cost nothing. The City of Miami and the City of Miami Beach each run a free trolley network, and between them they reach most of the places visitors want to go.
The catch is that they are two separate systems run by two different cities, with different routes, hours and tracking tools. This guide explains both.
Schedules below were checked against each city’s website in October 2026.
Miami trolley vs. Miami Beach trolley
| City of Miami Trolley | Miami Beach Trolley | |
|---|---|---|
| Fare | Free | Free |
| Routes | 13 | 4 |
| Typical hours | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on some routes | Every day, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. |
| How often | Roughly every 15 to 45 minutes | About every 15 to 20 minutes |
| Tracking | Trolley Tracker on miami.gov | Transit app, text message or phone |
| Help line | 305-416-1132 | 305-673-7117 |
The two systems do not connect. The City of Miami trolley does not cross the bay to Miami Beach. To get between the mainland and the beach, use Metrobus or a rideshare. From the airport, the Miami Beach Airport Express (Route 150) runs every 30 minutes for $2.25.
The Miami Beach trolley
Miami Beach keeps it simple: four routes, the same hours every day of the week, and no fare.
South Beach Loop
Two loops running in opposite directions, Loop A clockwise and Loop B counterclockwise. They cover Washington Avenue, Alton Road and Collins Avenue, with stops along Lincoln Road, 17th Street and 20th Street. This is the one to use for getting around South Beach without moving your car.
Middle Beach Loop
Connects the Convention Center and City Hall area with 41st Street, Mount Sinai Hospital, the 42nd Street garage, Collins Park and the Miami Beach Botanical Garden.
Collins Express
A limited-stop route up and down the island, from Lincoln Road and Washington Avenue in the south to the high 80s streets in North Beach. It runs about every 15 minutes and is the fastest free way to travel between South Beach, Middle Beach and North Beach.
North Beach Loop
Circles North Beach, serving Allison Park, North Shore Open Space Park, the North Shore Branch Library, Normandy Isle and the Publix on 69th Street.
Transfers
The routes are designed to hand off to each other. The main transfer point in South Beach is Collins Avenue and 21st Street, where both South Beach loops, the Collins Express and the Middle Beach Loop meet. The Collins Express and the North Beach Loop share stops along Collins Avenue from 67th to 85th Street.
Tracking a Miami Beach trolley
- Transit app. The city pays for the premium version, so real-time trolley tracking is free for riders.
- Text. Send the stop ID printed on the trolley stop sign to 786-981-4545 for arrival times.
- Phone. Call 305-673-7117.
Rules on board
- Trolleys pick up and drop off only at marked stops.
- No food, drinks or loud music.
- Service animals must be leashed or harnessed. Other pets must be in a carrier that fits under the seat.
- Each trolley has two bike racks.
Maps and stop lists are on the city’s trolley page.
The City of Miami trolley
Miami’s network is bigger and more varied. There are 13 routes, and hours depend on the route, so check before relying on one at night or on a Sunday.
| Route | Runs | Useful for |
|---|---|---|
| Biscayne | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Downtown, Brickell, Bayfront Park, Bayside, Midtown and the Design District |
| Brickell | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Brickell City Centre, Brickell Key, Brickell Metrorail station |
| Coral Way | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | PortMiami, Bayside, Bayfront Park, Brickell and Vizcaya Metrorail stations |
| Little Havana | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Domino Park and Calle Ocho from Brickell station |
| Wynwood | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. | Wynwood and Midtown from the Adrienne Arsht Metromover station |
| Coconut Grove | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. | Coconut Grove from the Coconut Grove and Douglas Road Metrorail stations |
| Little Haiti | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Little Haiti and the Design District |
| Allapattah | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Allapattah, Jackson Memorial, Santa Clara Metrorail station |
| Flagami | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. | Miami Intermodal Center, next to the airport’s Rental Car Center |
| Health District | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. | Hospitals around Civic Center Metrorail station |
| Stadium | Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. | loanDepot park and the Civic Center area |
| Liberty City | Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Liberty City, Allapattah Metrorail station |
| Overtown | Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Overtown, Culmer Metrorail station |
Best routes for visitors
- Little Havana. Take Metrorail or Metromover to Brickell station and board there for Calle Ocho and Domino Park.
- Wynwood. Ride the free Metromover to Adrienne Arsht Center station and transfer. There is no Sunday service on this route.
- Biscayne. Links downtown and Brickell with Bayside, Midtown and the Design District.
- Coconut Grove. Meets Metrorail at two stations, which makes the Grove an easy trip without a car.
- Coral Way. The only public transit that goes onto the port. See our guide to getting to PortMiami from the airports before using it with luggage.
Tracking a Miami trolley
Use the Trolley Tracker on the city’s site for live positions. The city says trolleys arrive roughly every 15 to 45 minutes, which is a wide range, so check the tracker before you walk to a stop.
Detours are common. The city keeps a detour and holiday calendar on its trolley information page, and route maps are on the maps and routes page.
Tips for riding
- Build in slack. These are neighborhood circulators running in street traffic. They are great for sightseeing and short hops, less so for catching a flight.
- Combine them with rail. Many Miami routes start at a Metrorail or Metromover station. The Metromover is also free, so a downtown-to-Wynwood or downtown-to-Little Havana trip can cost nothing.
- Use the trolley after you park. In Miami Beach, park once in a city garage and let the trolley do the rest. Our Miami Beach parking guide lists the garages.
- Other cities have their own. Coral Gables and several other Miami-Dade cities run free trolleys too. Each is separate from the two covered here.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Miami trolley really free?
Yes. Both the City of Miami trolley and the Miami Beach trolley are free for everyone. No ticket or card is needed.
Does the Miami trolley go to Miami Beach?
No. The City of Miami trolley stays on the mainland, and the Miami Beach trolley stays on the island. Use Metrobus or a rideshare to cross.
What time does the Miami Beach trolley stop running?
Service runs from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week.
Do the trolleys run on Sundays?
All four Miami Beach routes do. In Miami, the Allapattah, Biscayne, Brickell, Coral Way, Little Haiti and Little Havana routes run on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The other routes do not.
Can I bring luggage or a bike?
Miami Beach trolleys have two bike racks each. Space inside is limited on both systems, so a carry-on is fine and large suitcases are awkward.
The bottom line
For short trips, the free trolleys are hard to beat. Use the Miami Beach trolley to move up and down the island, and the Miami trolley with the free Metromover to reach Little Havana, Wynwood, Coconut Grove and the bayfront. For everything else, see our guide to public transportation in Miami.
Routes and hours were checked against City of Miami and City of Miami Beach sources in October 2026. They change, so confirm before you go.
