Key West Transportation
Key West transportation is abundant. Getting around Key West has never been easier with the many options available to make a visit to Key West not only affordable but also way more fun. Here, we will go over all the ways to get around the island Key West.
Our island of is only roughly 2 x 4 miles. So, many modes of Key West transportation are very effective; from walking to renting a car. There is some public transportation such as buses. However, that can be a bit of a struggle. Let’s explore all of the different options.
A very popular way to solve your Key West transportation needs. Golf cars can be rented for 3, 5 and 8 hour timelines or overnight with 24 hour rental. Rates range from $100-$190 with multi day discounts. Golf cars are gas powered and can last up to a week on a single tank of fuel. With pretty good storage, you should feel comfortable going to the grocery store and back or collecting souvenirs from the different places in Key West. It is not recommended to take the golf cars onto US 1 leaving Key West after Stock Island but the gas Key West golf cars are best for folks staying in New town or Stock Island. Just like a car, any place you park your golf car you will probably need to pay for parking, including most likely the resort that you were staying at they may charge a fee for parking.
Mopeds are a very traditional form of Key West transportation. Also the most dangerous. There is still something liberating about riding a moped around on a tropical island such as Key West; there’s not much that can really replace that. Key West scooters come in 1 and 2 person configurations and they can be rented for 3, 5 and 8 hour increments with overnight rates and discounts for additional days. Scooters can be ridden all over Key West, including Stock Island. It is not recommended that scooters be taken on US 1 leaving Key West. It is required to have a drivers license to operate scooters and mopeds.
Pro tip: there is a lot of free parking for scooters and mopeds in Key West.
Golf carts in Key West that are electric. They come in 2, 4 and 6 person configurations. Golf carts can be rented for 3, 5 and 8 hour durations with 24 hour rates and discounts for additional days. These units can be driven all over Key West, including stock Island, but do require charging after about 40 miles. Your results may vary. As you venture around Key West, you will still need to pay for parking for a golf cart in many places including the resort that you’re staying at. Very comfortable, very safe, and a fantastic way to see Key West.
Bicycles in Key West
There are many places to rent bicycles in Key West, and this is a great way to see the island. There are plenty of places to ride in the city and downtown. Remember, our island is only 2 x 4 miles. Key West is noted for one of the best places for riding bicycles in Florida. Rentals come in all sorts of configurations from bikes that are great for just tooling around to performance bikes to tricycles and bikes with baskets. Bicycle rentals can be done from 1 to 24 hours with multiple day discounts. Be sure to lock up the bike when not in use to make sure it does not get stolen; while we do not have a lot of crime on the island, this is an easy thing for people to walk or ride away with stealthily.
Pro Tip: for those bicycling enthusiasts bicycles can be used to go out of Key West in Stock Island on a path up along US 1 called the Overseas Heritage Trail. Although a bit strenuous and maybe better for electric bikes, this can be a great way to see the islands, especially for athletes.
Uber In Key West
When the average visitor figures out their Key West transportation costs the ones that choose Uber or Lyft typically come out ahead. Many folks use bicycles for their local transportation and Uber for anything that’s a little further away such as fishing charters. When I’m helping folks plan their vacations in Key West, it seems like just about everyone asks me if we have Uber. I have rarely heard of anyone having to wait any longer than 2 to 3 minutes (off peak times of course) for an Uber to come pick them up. I am in no way affiliated with Uber, but it’s a great way to get around Key West.
Rental Cars Key For West Transportation
Not really the best way to go for several reasons. First, they are expensive. Second, most hotels in Key West charge a fee for parking. Plus, parking around the island is limited and there are many areas that you must pay to park, adding to your transportation budget. However, if you’re planning on driving up the islands to explore the rest of the fabulous Florida Keys, this is a fantastic way to go and well worth the expense. We have rental car locations at the airport.
Public Transportation in Key West
The most affordable way to get around Key West, other than by foot, the City of Key West provides public transit services throughout Key West, Stock Island, the Lower Keys, and Marathon. With routes beginning operation at 5:40 AM and ending at 10:00 PM, operating seven days per week except on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Places To Visit With Your Key West Transportation
