Palm Beach Airport Transportation

Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) offers a variety of transportation options to suit different needs, whether you’re heading to downtown West Palm Beach, nearby cities, or other destinations in South Florida. Below is a detailed guide to the available transport modes, including locations, approximate prices, and popular destinations.

1. Taxis

Taxis are one of the most convenient ways to travel from PBI to nearby destinations. They operate 24/7 and can be found outside the main terminal on Level One near baggage claim.

Estimated Fares:

• Downtown West Palm Beach: $20
• Palm Beach: $23
• Boca Raton: $76
• Fort Lauderdale: $124
• Miami: $187
  (Prices may vary depending on traffic and time of day.)

Taxi Companies:

• Yellow Cab: +1 561 777 7777
• ExecuCar: +1 800 410 4444
• Imperial Transportation PBC, Inc.: +1 561 689 3663
• Super Shuttle: +1 800 258 3826

2. Rideshare Services (Uber and Lyft)

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely available at PBI. Pickup and drop-off areas are located on the outer curb of Level Three (Departures).

Estimated Fares:

• West Palm Beach: $15–$25
• Boca Raton: $65–$85
• Miami: $120–$150

3. Public Bus Services

Palm Tran Buses

Palm Tran is the public bus network serving Palm Beach County, offering affordable transportation from PBI.

Routes from PBI:

• Route No.44 (Eastbound) connects PBI to West Palm Beach’s Intermodal Transit Center (12 minutes) and Vista Center (30 minutes).
• Schedule:
  • Weekdays: Every 30 minutes from 6:13 AM to 6:43 PM.
  • Weekends: Hourly service starting at approximately 7 AM.

• Location:
  Bus stops are located on the outer curb of Level One near baggage claim.
• Fares:
  Tickets cost $2 per ride and can be purchased directly from the driver (exact change required).

4. Tri-Rail Shuttle Bus

Tri-Rail provides free shuttle bus service between PBI and its West Palm Beach station, offering connections to Miami and other cities in South Florida.

Schedule:
Runs every 20 minutes from:

• Weekdays: 5:45 AM – 9:15 PM.
• Weekends: 6:20 AM – 8:25 PM.

Location:
Shuttle buses pick up passengers outside the arrivals area on Level One.

Fares for Tri-Rail Train:
Tickets range from $2.50–$8 depending on distance traveled.

5. Hotel Courtesy Shuttles

Many hotels in Palm Beach County offer free shuttle services for their guests traveling to and from PBI.

• Location: Hotel shuttles stop outside the terminal on Level One, near baggage claim.
• Tip: Contact your hotel before arrival to confirm shuttle availability and pickup times.

6. Train Services

While there is no direct rail connection at PBI, passengers can access nearby stations via shuttle buses:

Tri-Rail

Tri-Rail connects West Palm Beach with Miami and intermediate stops such as Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale. The free shuttle bus links PBI with the West Palm Beach station at Tamarind Avenue.

Amtrak

Amtrak provides long-distance rail services across the U.S., with a station in West Palm Beach accessible via the same Tri-Rail shuttle bus.

7. Car Rentals

For travelers who prefer driving themselves, PBI offers car rental services from major companies like Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Sixt, and Thrifty.

• Location:
  Rental car desks are located on-site in the terminal on Level One near baggage claim.
• Prices:
  Daily rates vary by company but typically start around $40–$60 per day for economy vehicles.

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