LIVE MORE, DRIVE LESS. Your guide to transport in and a round Lido Key and St Armands.
The Bay Runner Trolley
The Bay Runner is a new, open-air trolley that provides complimentary service seven days a week until midnight. It makes multiple stops along the way between Lido Key, St. Armands Circle, and downtown Sarasota.
With the Bay Runner, you’re not just getting from point A to point B. You’re embarking on a journey that combines the elegant beachside feel of St. Armands Circle with the more metropolitan sophistication of downtown Sarasota. It’s a unique experience that’s waiting for you.
Relax and forget the hassle of parking when you ride the Bay Runner. Experience the sights and sounds of the open-air trolley while the Bay Runner allows you to live more and drive less. With convenient and frequent service between downtown Sarasota, St. Armands Circle, and Lido Beach, three world-class destinations are connected into one cohesive opportunity for dining, nightlife, arts, leisure, and recreation.
With the Bay Runner, you’re in control of your day. Enjoy dinner downtown, capped off by an open-air ride across the bay for sunset, or finish a day at the beach with a quick ride downtown to catch a show. The possibilities are endless, and it’s all up to you.
The Route
If you’re coming from Downtown, The Bay Runner’s starting point (at Main St. and School Ave.) will take you down the length of Main Street, so at any point, feel free to jump off to check out a restaurant or shop before heading out to the beach for the day.
From downtown, you’ll venture across the picturesque Ringing Bridge onto Bird Key, then Lido Key, where the trolley will take you around the famous St. Armand’s Circle. Jump off and grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants or grab some snacks/refreshments to bring with you to eat on the beach. Next stop, you’ll be dropped curbside at the Lido Beach Public Pavilion or travel further south on Lido key to Ted Sperling Park—both just steps from the beautiful white-soft sands. Rides are free and service runs consistently throughout the day.
For your convenience, the trolley runs its round trips every 20 minutes from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. every day!