Transportation Choices District 3
Transportation Choices in District 3
Bay
Calhoun
Escambia
Franklin
Gadsden
Gulf
Holmes
Jackson
Jefferson
Leon
Liberty
Okaloosa
Santa Rosa
Wakulla
Walton
Washington
Explore your options! Find out what’s available near you, and take it for a spin during Mobility Week, October 30-November 6, 2020.
Bus
Ride around Northwest Florida without having to worry about parking or the cost of gasoline. Use the following options based on the county you live in:
Bay Town Trolley
Serving Bay County, including Panama City
ECRider
Serving Okaloosa County, including Destin and Ft. Walton Beach
Escambia County Area Transit
Serving Escambia County, including Pensacola and Century
Gadsden Connector
Weekday express service between Havana
and Chattahoochee with stops in Quincy, Greensboro, and Gretna. Connects with the Gadsden Express in Quincy for trips to Tallahassee
Gadsden Express
Monday thru Saturday service from Quincy
with stops in Midway, Tallahassee Community College and C.K Steele Plaza in downtown Tallahassee
Quincy Shuttle
Weekday shuttle service throughout Quincy
with connections to the Gadsden Express and Gadsden Connector
StarMetro
Serving the City of Tallahassee
J-Trans
Provides Jackson County with deviated fixed-route transit on Tuesdays and Fridays for $1/trip
See agency websites for details.
For individuals not served by fixed route bus service because of physical, financial, or other challenges, these agencies offer expanded services:
Bay Area Transportation Demand Response
Serving Bay County
850-769-0557
Big Bend Transit
Serving Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, Taylor and Madison Counties
850-574-6064
Calhoun County Transit
850-674-4163
Dial-A-Ride
Serving the City of Tallahassee
850-891-5199
EC Dial-A-Ride
Serving Okaloosa County
850-833-9168
ECCT Paratransit Services
Serving Escambia County
850-595-3228
Gulf Arc and Transportation
Serving Gulf and Franklin Counties
850-229-6550
Jackson County Transportation Inc.
Serving Jackson County
850-482-7433
Liberty County Transit
Serving Liberty County.
850-643-2524
Tri-County Community Council
Serving Holmes, Walton, Washington, and Santa Rosa Counties
850-547-3688
Wakulla County Senior Citizens' Council
Serving residents of all ages in Wakulla County
850-926-7145
Carpooling and Vanpooling
If transit isn’t available in your area, or you simply want more options--consider a carpool or vanpool. Download the RideOn app or visit www.RideOnTogether.org and get customized suggestions for your trips. You decide who—if anyone—you want to contact; there’s no obligation. And since everyone communicates through RideOn, your information is always kept safe and confidential. RideOn is free to use. The people who join a pool decide amongst themselves how to share gas expenses.
Remote Work
With today’s technology, many people are discovering that the best commute is no commute at all! Ask your supervisor if you can take telework for a test-drive during Mobility Week.
Bicycling
Tens of thousands of Floridians are getting back on bikes. Because riding a bike to work is great for mind, body--and wallet!
Be sure to register for the LoveToRide Florida Challenge [needs link to: https://www.lovetoride.net/florida for fun activities and to win PRIZES!
Then, check out local rider resources:
Leon County Bike Route Network
Florida Greenways and Trails Foundation
A word about Safety — under Florida law, a bicycle is considered a vehicle, and is entitled to share the road with cars. Here are some great resources for more about cycling safety:
The League of American Bicyclists
Walking
If you live only a mile from work, why not take a walk? You’ll arrive wide awake and energized, and have time to unwind on the way home. Visit mapmywalk to find your best route; and for important safety information and tips for enjoying your healthy commute--check out the resources below:
Walking and Bicycling Safety
Florida Pedestrian and Bicycle Law Synopsis
Florida Pedestrian/Bicycling Safety Resource Center
National Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
Other Resources
You can always use other options such as taxis, private car share or ride hailing services for your last mile connectivity or in conjunction with other commuter benefits programs.