Bus And Trolley Service

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Quick Links & Downloads

View Maps and Schedules

How to Ride Video Tutorials

Fare and Payment Options

Holiday Schedule

How To Use The Bike Rack

Frequently Asked Questions

Space Coast Area Transit offers reliable bus and trolley service across Brevard County for both residents and visitors. With mobility device-accessible vehicles, bike racks, and space for surfboards, getting around is easy and convenient. Whether you’re heading to work, school, or exploring the area, we've got you covered. Weekend, evening, and even holiday services are available on most routes, ensuring you can travel when you need to. Check out our video tutorials and learn how to ride with ease!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much are the fares for riding the bus or trolley?

A 1-Ride Fare is $1.50, and a Reduced Fare is $0.75. You can also buy a 10-Ride Pass for $12.00 or a 30-Day Pass for $42.00.

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2. What areas does Space Coast Area Transit serve?

It serves cities and unincorporated areas throughout Brevard County, including major stops like shopping centers, government buildings, colleges, and hospitals.

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3. Is there evening and Saturday service?

Yes, many routes offer evening and Saturday service. Check the schedules online for more details.

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4. How can I purchase a pass?

You can buy passes at Space Coast Area Transit offices, select libraries, or online. Use the Token Transit app for mobile tickets, order by mail, or pay with exact change on the bus.

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5. Can I Bring My Pet, Dog, Cat, or Other Animal on the Bus, Even if It’s in a Carrier?

No, only service animals, such as service dogs, are allowed on Space Coast Area Transit buses. Service animals are specially trained to assist individuals with disabilities and perform specific tasks. Pets, including house pets like dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, and rodents, as well as emotional support animals, are not permitted on the bus.

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6. What is a Fixed Route?

A Fixed Route, or Fixed Route service, is the main bus service provided by Space Coast Area Transit. It is featured on all the routes and maps. Unlike other services, such as Contracted Routes and Special Services, Fixed Routes operate on regular schedules with clearly defined stops.

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7. Can I bring my surfboard?

Yes, surfboards are allowed if there's enough space inside the bus or trolley.

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8. Is there bus/trolley service on holidays?

Generally, the following holidays operate on modified schedules: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve. There is no service on the following holidays: Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. For updates, call 321.633.1878 or go to 321Transit.com/Holidays.

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9. Can I bring my bike?

Yes, there are bike racks on all buses and trolleys at no extra charge, availability on a first come first serve basis. If the rack is full, you will have to wait until the next bus comes.

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10. What is the best way to contact Space Coast Area Transit?

Call the RideLine at 321-633-1878, or in the South Mainland at 321-952-4672. You can also email us or connect on social media @321Transit.

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11. Are all the transit vehicles mobility device accessible?

Yes, all buses and trolleys have mobility device lifts for easy access.

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12. What Service Animals Are Allowed On The Bus?

Only service animals, such as service dogs, are allowed on Space Coast Area Transit buses. Service animals are specially trained to assist individuals with disabilities and perform specific tasks. Pets, including house pets like dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, and rodents, as well as emotional support animals, are not permitted on the bus.

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13. Other than providing a service, how does Space Coast Area Transit benefit our community?

It boosts the local economy by helping people get to work, transporting tourists, and providing access to education and healthcare. This supports overall growth and well-being in the community.

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14. What is a mobility device?

A mobility device is any equipment designed to assist individuals with limited mobility to travel more easily and independently. This includes wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and other devices that help with movement or provide support. Space Coast Area Transit buses are equipped to accommodate mobility devices to ensure all riders can travel safely and comfortably.

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15. How can employers benefit by encouraging ridesharing?

Employers can offer tax-free transit and vanpool benefits, saving on federal income and payroll taxes. This can lead to financial savings and a happier, more sustainable workforce.

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Space Coast Area Transit’s fixed route service operates throughout Brevard County to provide public transportation to residents and visitors.

What areas does Space Coast Area Transit serve? Can I bring my surfboard? Is there bus/trolley service on holidays? Are the transit buses and trollies mobility device-lift equipped? Can they accommodate my bicycle? Are there tax benefits for ridesharing? Is there evening service? What about Saturday service?

GENERAL INFORMATION

Bus/Trolley routes operate on a set schedule at designated stops, providing extensive coverage throughout the cities within Brevard County as well as unincorporated areas. View Video Tutorials and Learn how to ride.

All transit buses and trollies are mobility device lift equipped and accommodate bikes at no additional charge. Surfboards are allowed inside the bus/trolley, based on space availability. Weekend and Saturday service is available on most routes. View maps and schedules.

Major shopping centers, government centers, social service agencies, area colleges, universities and hospitals are just some of the locations served by Space Coast Area Transit. Weekend and evening service is also available in some areas.

viewing app on phone The safety of our passengers is our number one priority. Please remember that all scheduled times are approximate and depend on traffic and other conditions. Find out tips on How to Ride. Receive Maps by Mail or View Maps Online!

Fares And Payment Options

1-Ride Fare is $1.50 and 1-Ride Reduced Fare is $0.75. A 10-Ride Pass is $12.00 and a Reduced Fare 10-Ride Pass is $6.00. A 30-Day Pass is $42.00 and a Reduced Fare 30-Day Pass is $21.00. All passes must be purchased in advance.

Those eligible for Reduced Fare include seniors (60+), disabled, veterans, and students. All Reduced Fare riders must register for a Reduced Fare ID Card at Space Coast Area Transit or on 321Transit.com. There is no charge for children under the age of five (5), or for transfers. EFSC students ride free with a valid EFSC Student ID. Due to a grant from the City of Melbourne, no fare is charged on Routes 21, 24, and 29 to Melbourne residents with valid ID who ride within the Melbourne city limits.

VIEW ALL FARE AND PAYMENT OPTIONS

A mobile ticketing system powered by Token Transit sends a 1-Ride, 10-Ride or 30-Day Pass directly and instantly to a smartphone. Payment with a credit or debit card is required. Otherwise, 1-Ride fares are paid when boarding. Exact change is required; the driver is not equipped to make change. Fare specials include a 10-Ride and a 30 Day Pass. Both must be purchased in advance.

Additional purchase options include: At Space Coast Area Transit, 401 S. Varr Ave., Cocoa, Florida, 32922, or 460 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, Florida, 32901, and also at select Brevard County Libraries.

Checks up to $100.00, money orders, or credit card orders are accepted by mail. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover cards are also accepted Online or by calling 321-635-7815, option 2 or 321-952-4561, option 1.

HOLIDAY SERVICE

HOW TO RIDE

Businessman waiting for bus at bus stop The safety of our passengers is our number one priority. Please remember that all scheduled times are approximate and depend on traffic and other conditions. Find out tips on How to Ride. Receive Maps by Mail or View Maps Online!

Bring Your Bike

Students putting bike on bus bike rack Bikes are welcome on Space Coast Area Transit buses and trollies, based on space availability. Just lift your bike on to the bike rack and secure it. It’s that simple and there’s no extra charge for bikes. If the bike rack is full, you will have to wait till the next bus/trolley arrives, based on space availability. Get step-by-step instructions on How to Load and Unload your Bike. Don’t worry, it’s easy!

SERVICE ANIMALS AND NON-SERVICE ANIMALS (PETS)

Service animals are always welcome on any Space Coast Area Transit Vehicle. However, in keeping with best safety practices, emotional/ therapy animals and other pets are not permitted.

The Department of Transportation ADA regulations, 49 CFR Section 37.3, defines a service animal as any guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability, including, but not limited to, guiding individuals with impaired vision, alerting individuals with impaired hearing to intruders or sounds, providing minimal protection or rescue work, pulling a mobility device, or fetching dropped items. Regulation 49 C.F.R. Section 37.167(d) requires transit entities to permit service animals to accompany individuals with disabilities in vehicles and facilities.

TAX FREE BENEFITS

The Federal tax code allows employers to provide employees with qualified tax-free transit and vanpool benefits. Employers and employees can receive a substantial tax savings since neither pays federal income or payroll taxes on these benefits. Find out more!

HOW TO REACH US

For general information call the RideLine at 321-633-1878. In South Mainland call 321-952-4672. Email us! The North terminal address is 401 S. Varr Avenue, Cocoa, FL 32922. The South terminal address is 460 S. Harbor City Blvd., Melbourne, FL 32901. Connect with us on FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube @321Transit.

Economic Impact

Space Coast Area Transit is one of Brevard’s main economic engines. Whether it is getting employees to work, helping transport tourists on A1A, getting students to college, reducing medical costs through Paratransit services, or operating one of the largest commuter vanpool programs in the nation, see howSpace Coast Area Transit keeps our economy moving!