Town in Florida, United States
Getting around Key West
How to get around Key West
Walk or bike in Old Town. Key West Transit buses and the free Duval Loop cover the rest; rent a bike or scooter for the island edges.
Ways to get around Key West
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bicycle | 15–30 USD per day | Most common way to get around; rentals everywhere |
| Key West Transit buses | Low fare, pay on board | Several routes; the Duval Loop runs through Old Town |
| Rideshare and taxi | 10–25 USD | Short rides cost a minimum fare; Uber and Lyft run here |
Ride-hailing apps in Key West
A 5 km ride costs about $15–25 ($15–25).
- Taxis and pedicabs are plentiful in Old Town; agree a price on pedicabs first. At peak or late night waits can be long.
Arriving in Key West
Key West International (EYW)
Taxi or rideshare to Old Town 15–25 USD, about 10 min. Flights come mainly via Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Atlanta.
Miami International (by road) (MIA)
About 3.5–4 hours by car along the Overseas Highway; shuttle buses run from Miami, roughly 50–90 USD.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are common; a motorcycle licence is needed for scooters over 50 cc. Helmets and sober riding matter.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences work for visitors in most states; carry an IDP if yours isn't in English. Under-25s pay rental surcharges.
- Onward travel in United States: Distances are long, so domestic flights are usually fastest. Amtrak works well in the Northeast Corridor; buses are cheapest. Outside big cities you often need a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Key West?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Lyft.
What's the best way to get around Key West?
Walk or bike in Old Town. Key West Transit buses and the free Duval Loop cover the rest; rent a bike or scooter for the island edges.
How do I get from the airport to Key West?
Taxi or rideshare to Old Town 15–25 USD, about 10 min. Flights come mainly via Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Atlanta.
Is Key West walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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