For most lone travelers and small groups, the best way to get around Pensacola is with personal vehicles or cars. But when you’re traversing the city with more than six people in tow, things can get complicated. Especially if you’re here to rest and relax, the last thing your group will want to do is hunt for multiple parking spots along the beach, bicker over who drives, and navigate unfamiliar streets with a bunch of out-of-towners.
So if cars aren’t the best option for your group, what is? Here are some other transportation options to consider for your Pensacola group trip:
● Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT): Pensacola’s bus transit system covers most of downtown and many of the surrounding suburbs with ADA-accessible vehicles. The base fare of $1.75 is being waived throughout the duration of the COVID-19, which makes these lines an affordable option for smaller groups and locals familiar with the routes. However, if you’re traveling with a large group, many children, or out-of-towners, navigating this sprawling transit system can be a hassle. To avoid getting lost or left behind at a transfer, consider another mode of transport.
● Rideshares and Taxicabs: As far as spur-of-the-moment transportation needs go, hailing a taxi, Uber, or Lyft can be convenient. But assembling enough vehicles to accommodate a large group can be difficult, and surge rates can dramatically drive up your travel expenses if you’re in need of a ride after a convention or during peak beach-going seasons.
● Private Bus Rental: If you’re traveling with a large group and want to set your own schedule, a private coach bus rental from Shofur is your best option. When you call and book through our 24/7 reservation team, you’ll have your pick of the charter buses and minibus shuttles in our network to transport all your passengers all in one vehicle. Our team will handle the logistics—all you’ll need to do is tell us where and when you want your bus to go, then sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! Don’t believe us? Call 1-800-436-8719 and see for yourself how easy it is to rent a bus in Pensacola.
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