Public transportation is a vital part of life in any bustling metropolis, and Miami-Dade County is no exception. With a comprehensive network of buses crisscrossing the region, understanding the Miami Dade Transportation Bus Schedule is key to efficient and stress-free commuting. Whether you’re a resident, a student, or a visitor exploring the vibrant neighborhoods of Miami, mastering the bus system can unlock the city for you.
The Miami-Dade Transit system, often referred to as Metrobus, operates a vast fleet serving numerous routes throughout the county. From the urban core of Downtown Miami to the suburban reaches of Cutler Bay and beyond, Metrobus aims to connect communities and facilitate access to key destinations. This guide will delve into how to effectively use the Miami-Dade bus schedule, ensuring you can plan your journeys with confidence and ease.
Before diving into the specifics of schedules, it’s helpful to visualize the bigger picture. Miami-Dade Transit provides a Transit System Map (2 MB) which is an invaluable resource.
To view the detailed bus schedules and route maps, you will need a PDF reader. Adobe Acrobat Reader is a common and free tool to access these files. Ensure you have it installed to make the most of the schedule resources.
This map offers a bird’s-eye view of the entire transit network, helping you identify which routes might serve your travel needs. Once you have a general idea of the routes that are relevant to your journey, the next step is to explore the detailed schedules.
Accessing Detailed Miami-Dade Bus Schedules
Miami-Dade Transit makes accessing detailed bus schedules straightforward. For each route, you can find comprehensive information including:
- Route Map: A visual representation of the bus route, showing all stops along the way.
- Timetable: A detailed schedule showing departure times from key stops at different times of the day and week.
- Key Stops: Highlighting important intersections, landmarks, and transfer points on the route.
- Service Frequency: Indicating how often the bus runs, especially during peak and off-peak hours.
To access this information, Miami-Dade Transit provides an intuitive online system. Below is a categorized list of bus routes. To find the detailed schedule for a specific route, simply click on the route number.
Miami-Dade Bus Routes: Local and Express Services
Miami-Dade Metrobus offers a variety of services to cater to different commuting needs. These include local routes, which make frequent stops along major corridors, and express routes, designed for faster travel with fewer stops, often connecting major transit hubs or suburban areas to downtown.
Here’s a breakdown of some key routes, offering a glimpse into the diverse network:
Local Routes: These routes provide comprehensive coverage throughout Miami-Dade County, making frequent stops to serve local communities and businesses.
- Route 2: El Portal to Downtown Miami along NW 2 Ave. This route is a north-south connector, passing through various neighborhoods and key locations like the Government Center.
- Route 3: Aventura Bus Terminal to Downtown Miami along Biscayne Blvd. Serving the bustling Biscayne Boulevard corridor, this route is essential for those traveling between Aventura and Downtown.
- Route 7: Dolphin Mall terminal to Miami-Dade College Wolfson campus via NW 7 St. This route connects major shopping destinations with educational institutions and Downtown Miami.
- Route 8: Weekdays from SW 26 St / 152 Ave to Brickell Metrorail / Metromover station. Weekends from FIU Maidique Campus Metrobus to Brickell Metrorail / Metromover station. This route serves the Brickell financial district and connects it with residential and educational areas.
- Route 9 / 9A: Bus Terminal at Aventura Mall to Downtown Miami along NE 2 Ave. Another crucial route linking Aventura Mall, a major shopping and transportation hub, to Downtown Miami.
- Route 11: FIU Maidique Campus to Downtown Miami along W Flagler St & SW 1 St. A vital route for students and commuters traveling between Florida International University’s main campus and Downtown.
- Route 12: Mercy Hospital to Northside Metrorail station along SW/NW 12 Ave. This route is important for accessing medical facilities and connecting to the Metrorail system.
- Route 14: Mt. Sinai Medical Center to Omni Metrobus Terminal / Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station. Serving Miami Beach and Downtown, this route is key for accessing medical centers and cultural venues.
- Route 15: South Beach to Omni Metrobus Terminal / Adrienne Arsht Metromover Station along the Venetian Causeway. A scenic route connecting South Beach with Downtown Miami via the Venetian Causeway.
- Route 17 / 17A: NE 163 St Transit Terminal to Vizcaya Metrorail station. Route 17A travels from Northside Metrorail station. This route provides access to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and connects to various Metrorail stations.
- Route 20: South Beach to Miami International Airport Metrorail Station. A direct route linking Miami Beach to Miami International Airport, essential for travelers.
- Route 21: Downtown Metrobus Terminal to Northside Metrorail station along NW 12 Ave. Another north-south route connecting Downtown with the northern parts of Miami-Dade and the Metrorail.
- Route 22: Coconut Grove Metrorail station to Miami Dade College North Campus. Connecting Coconut Grove with Miami Dade College’s North Campus, serving residential and educational areas.
- Route 24 Coral Way Limited: FIU Maidique Campus to the Brickell Metrorail/Metromover station along Coral Way. Select limited-stop trips travel from Coral Gables. This route provides a faster connection along Coral Way, a major east-west thoroughfare.
- Route 26: Brickell Metrorail / Metromover station to Key Biscayne. Offering access to the beautiful Key Biscayne and its beaches from the Brickell area.
- Route 27 / 27A: Coconut Grove to Miami Gardens. A longer route stretching from Coconut Grove in the south to Miami Gardens in the north, covering a wide range of communities.
- Route 32: Miami Gardens to Omni Metrobus Terminal. Connecting Miami Gardens with Downtown Miami and the Omni area.
- Route 35: Cutler Bay to the TransitWay / SW 344 St Park & Ride. Serving the Cutler Bay area and connecting to the South Dade TransitWay.
- Route 36 / 36A: Downtown Doral to South Beach. Route 36A travels from Miami International Airport station. Connecting Doral, Miami International Airport, and South Beach, covering diverse destinations.
- Route 37: Miami Lakes to South Miami. A north-south route linking Miami Lakes, Miami International Airport, and South Miami.
- Route 38 TransitWay MAX: Florida City to Dadeland South Metrorail station along the South Dade TransitWay and through Goulds. A limited-stop route along the South Dade TransitWay, designed for quicker travel.
- Route 40: SW 152 Ave to Douglas Road Metrorail station along SW 40 St (Bird Rd). Serving the Bird Road corridor and connecting to the Metrorail at Douglas Road.
- Route 52: Dadeland South Metrorail Station to South Dade Health Center. Connecting Dadeland South Metrorail station with health facilities and residential areas in South Dade.
- Route 54: Weekdays from Biscayne Blvd/NE 61 St to Miami Lakes. Weekend trips and some weekday trips travel to Hialeah Gardens. Serving different areas depending on the day and time, connecting Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Lakes, and Hialeah Gardens.
- Route 56: SW 162 Ave / SW 56 St to University Metrorail Station. Serving the area around SW 56th Street and connecting to the University Metrorail Station near FIU.
- Route 57: University Metrorail Station to Miami International Airport Station. Connecting the University Metrorail Station with Miami International Airport, useful for airport transfers.
- Route 62: Biscayne Blvd to Hialeah. Some trips travel to Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. Metrorail station. Linking Biscayne Boulevard with Hialeah and providing access to Metrorail stations.
- Route 70: Cutler Bay to Florida City. Serving the southern areas of Miami-Dade, connecting Cutler Bay and Florida City.
- Route 72: South Miami Metrorail Station to West Kendall Transit Terminal. Connecting South Miami Metrorail station with the West Kendall area.
- Route 73: Dadeland North Metrorail station to Okeechobee Metrorail station. Select weekday and Saturday peak hour trips travel from SW 152 St/US1 through South Miami Metrorail station. A longer route connecting various Metrorail stations and areas.
- Route 75 / 75A: Miami Lakes Education Center to Haulover Park. Route 75A travels from the Golden Glades Terminal to the FIU Biscayne Bay campus. Serving a wide area from Miami Lakes to Haulover Park and FIU’s Biscayne Bay campus.
- Route 77: NW 199 St/NW 7 Ave to Government Center Metrorail and Metromover station. A north-south route along NW 7th Avenue, reaching Downtown Miami.
- Route 79: Hialeah Metrorail station to South Beach. Overnight trips travel from Northside Metrorail Station. Connecting Hialeah and North Miami with South Beach, a popular tourist destination.
- Route 87: Palmetto Metrorail station to Dadeland North Metrorail station along NW/SW 87 Ave. A Metrorail connector route along SW 87th Avenue.
- Route 88: West Kendall Transit Terminal / Park & Ride to Dadeland North Metrorail station along SW 88 St. Serving the Kendall area and connecting to Dadeland North Metrorail station.
- Route 97: Perrine to South Miami Heights through Cutler Bay. Serving the Perrine and Cutler Bay areas in South Miami-Dade.
- Route 100: Bus Terminal at Aventura Mall to Downtown Miami through Miami Beach. A longer route from Aventura Mall to Downtown Miami, going through Miami Beach.
- Route 101: Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach to Government Center Metrorail Station in Downtown Miami. Weekday service connecting Miami Beach and Downtown Miami, primarily for weekday commuters.
- Route 103: Hialeah Gardens to Biscayne Boulevard / NE 79 St. Serving Hialeah Gardens and the Biscayne Boulevard corridor in the northern part of Miami.
- Route 104 / 104A: West Kendall Transit Terminal to Dadeland North Metrorail Station. Serving West Kendall and connecting to Dadeland North Metrorail station, with Route 104A providing variations.
- Route 107: Cutler Bay to the Dolphin Mall Terminal through Richmond Heights. Connecting Cutler Bay with Dolphin Mall, a major shopping destination, via Richmond Heights.
- Route 125: Surfside to Miami-Dade College North Campus. Serving Surfside and connecting to Miami-Dade College North Campus.
- Route 135: Opa-Locka to FIU Biscayne Bay Campus. Connecting Opa-Locka with Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay campus.
- Route 136: Douglas Road Metrorail station to SW 136 St and 89 Pl (The Falls). Serving the area around Douglas Road Metrorail station and The Falls shopping center.
- Route 137 West Dade Connection: South Dade Government Center to FIU Maidique Campus. Connecting the South Dade Government Center with FIU’s main campus.
- Route 152: Country Walk to the TransitWay SW 152 Street Park & Ride lot. Serving Country Walk and providing access to the South Dade TransitWay.
- Route 183: Aventura to Okeechobee Metrorail Station. Connecting Aventura with Okeechobee Metrorail Station.
- Route 199: Aventura to NW 57 Ave and 171 St. Serving areas in Aventura and North Miami-Dade County.
- Route 344: MDC Homestead to Everglades Village in Florida City. Local service in the Homestead and Florida City areas.
- Route 500 Cutler Bay Local: Local circulator service in Cutler Bay. Providing local connections within Cutler Bay.
- Route 510 Skylake Circulator: Mall at 163 St to NE 191 St in Ojus. Local service in the Skylake and Ojus areas of North Miami-Dade.
Express & MAX Routes: These routes are designed for quicker commutes, featuring limited stops and often utilizing expressways or dedicated transit ways.
- Route 34 TransitWay Express: Florida City and Dadeland South Metrorail station along the South Dade TransitWay. Weekday express service for commuters along the South Dade TransitWay.
- Route 39 TransitWay Express: Cutler Bay and Dadeland South Metrorail station along the South Dade TransitWay. Weekday express service for commuters in the Cutler Bay area to Dadeland South.
- Route 95 / 95A / 95B Express Golden Glades: Golden Glades Terminal to Downtown Miami along I-95 Express Lanes. Express weekday rush hour service, utilizing I-95 express lanes for faster downtown access.
- Route 150 Miami Beach Airport Express: Miami International Airport Metrorail station to South Beach. Express and limited-stop service connecting the airport and Miami Beach.
- Route 203 Biscayne Max: Bus Terminal at Aventura Mall to the Downtown Metrobus terminal along Biscayne Blvd. Limited-stop weekday service along Biscayne Boulevard.
- Route 204 Killian MAX: West Kendall Transit Terminal / Park & Ride to Dadeland North Metrorail station. Express and Limited-stop weekday service for West Kendall commuters.
- Route 211 Flagler MAX: Sweetwater to Government Center Metrorail / Metromover station. Limited-stop weekday service along Flagler Street to Downtown Miami.
- Route 272 Sunset MAX: West Kendall Transit Terminal / Park & Ride to Dadeland North Metrorail station. Limited-stop weekday service along Sunset Drive.
- Route 279 79 Street MAX: Northside Metrorail station to 73 St & Collins Ave on Miami Beach. Limited-stop weekday service connecting North Miami and Miami Beach via 79th Street Causeway.
- Route 287 Saga Bay MAX: S Dade Health Center to Dadeland South Metrorail station. Limited-stop weekday service in the Saga Bay area to Dadeland South.
- Route 288 Kendall MAX: West Kendall Transit Terminal / Park & Ride at SW 162 Ave to Dadeland North Metrorail station. Limited-stop express weekday service for Kendall commuters.
- Route 301 Dade-Monroe Express: Park and Ride Lot at the 344 St TransitWay station in Florida City to Key Largo, Tavernier, Islamorada, and Marathon in the Florida Keys. Express service to the Florida Keys.
- Route 302 Card Sound Express: Florida City City Hall to Ocean Reef Club (North Key Largo). Express service to North Key Largo.
- Route 338 Weekend Express: Miami International Airport Metrorail station to Miami International Mall and Dolphin Mall Metrobus terminal. Weekend express service connecting major malls and the airport.
- Route 400 South Owl: Government Center Metrorail / Metromover station to Dadeland South Metrorail station along US 1. Limited-stop late-night service along US-1.
- Route 401 North Owl: 167 St Metrobus terminal to Downtown Miami. Local late-night service to Downtown Miami.
- Route 836 Express: Dolphin Station Park & Ride to Downtown Miami along SR 836. Express weekday service using SR 836 to Downtown Miami.
- Route 837 Express: Tamiami Station Park & Ride to Downtown Miami along SR 836. Express weekday service from Tamiami to Downtown Miami via SR 836.
Community Shuttles & Trolleys: Many cities within Miami-Dade County also operate their own shuttle or trolley services, often connecting local neighborhoods, shopping areas, and transit hubs. These services can be invaluable for navigating specific communities.
- Aventura Express Green, Purple, Yellow: City of Aventura services.
- Bal Harbour Village Shuttle: Bal Harbour Village service.
- Bay Harbor Minibus: Bay Harbor Islands service.
- Coral Gables Downtown Xpres, Grand Avenue, Trolley: City of Coral Gables services.
- Doral Route 1, 2, 3, Trolley (FIU Rt.): City of Doral services.
- Hialeah Flamingo, Marlin: City of Hialeah services.
- Homestead Campbell Route, Downtown Trolley, Lucy Route: City of Homestead services.
- MetroLink Killian Parkway, LeJeune, NoMi West, North Miami, Opa-Locka: MetroLink Connector services.
- Miami – Coconut Grove Route, Flagami Route, Liberty City Route, Little Havana Route, Wynwood Route, Little Haiti Trolley: City of Miami local routes.
- Miami Trolley Allapattah, Biscayne, Brickell, Coral Way, Health District, Overtown, Stadium: City of Miami Trolley routes.
- Miami Shores East: Miami Shores Village service.
- Miami Springs Free-Bee: City of Miami Springs service.
- North Bay Village Shuttle: City of North Bay Village service.
- North Miami Blue, Green, Orange, Red: City of North Miami services.
- North Miami Beach A-Line, B Route, C Route, D Route, E Route: City of North Miami Beach services.
- Opa-locka Exp North, North Link: City of Opa-Locka services.
- Palmetto Bay Park-N-Ride: Palmetto Bay service.
- Sunny Isles Beach Blue Rt, Orange Rt: City of Sunny Isles Beach services.
- Surfside Shuttle: Town of Surfside service.
- Sweetwater Trolley A Route, B Loop: City of Sweetwater services.
Understanding the Bus Schedule Timetable
Once you’ve selected a specific route, clicking on the route number will lead you to a detailed page. Here, you’ll typically find a timetable presented in a table format. Understanding how to read this timetable is crucial for accurate trip planning:
- Time Points: The top row of the timetable usually lists key stops or “time points” along the route. These are stops where the bus is expected to arrive at the scheduled time.
- Departure Times: The columns under each time point list the scheduled departure times from that stop. Times are usually separated by direction of travel (e.g., Northbound, Southbound, Eastbound, Westbound).
- Days of the Week: Timetables often have separate sections for weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as service frequency may vary.
- AM/PM: Pay close attention to AM and PM designations to ensure you are looking at the correct time of day.
- Notes and Symbols: Some timetables may include notes or symbols indicating limited service, deviations, or connections to other transit services. Always check the legend or notes section.
By carefully reviewing the timetable, you can determine the bus arrival times at your desired stop and plan your journey accordingly.
Tips for Using the Miami-Dade Bus Schedule Effectively
- Plan Ahead: Always check the schedule in advance, especially for less frequent routes or during off-peak hours.
- Use the Online Resources: Miami-Dade Transit’s website is the most up-to-date source for schedules and route information.
- Allow for Travel Time: Bus travel times can be affected by traffic, so build in some buffer time, especially for important appointments.
- Check for Service Alerts: Before you travel, check the Miami-Dade Transit website or social media for any service alerts or disruptions that may affect your route.
- Utilize Real-Time Tracking (if available): Some transit apps and websites offer real-time bus tracking, which can provide more accurate arrival predictions.
- Familiarize Yourself with Key Transfer Points: Understanding major transit hubs like Metrorail stations and Metrobus terminals can help you plan multi-leg journeys.
Conclusion
Navigating Miami-Dade County by bus is an accessible and economical way to explore the region. By understanding how to use the Miami Dade Transportation bus schedule, you can confidently plan your commutes, errands, and explorations. Take advantage of the online resources provided by Miami-Dade Transit, and you’ll be well-equipped to ride the Metrobus system like a local. For the most accurate and up-to-date schedule information, always refer to the official Miami-Dade Transit website before you travel.
