Palm Tran Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops

Palm Beach County fixed-route bus guide

Palm Tran Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops

Palm Tran bus schedule searches usually come from riders who need the correct Palm Beach County route, stop, live arrival, fare, service alert, or transfer point before leaving home.

This guide explains how to use Palm Tran routes, maps, schedules, the Trip Planner, the Palm Tran App, Paradise Pass fares, service alerts, accessibility options, and major route corridors without confusing scheduled times with live predictions.

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Primary keyword palm tran bus schedule

Service area Palm Beach County, Florida

Network size 29+ routes / 2,700+ stops

Base fare $2 single trip

Information reviewed September 11, 2026

Quick answer

Palm Tran Bus Schedule: What to Check First

Palm Tran is Palm Beach County’s public bus system. For the correct schedule, open the official Palm Tran route page, select your route, choose the correct direction, check your stop or stop ID, then confirm live arrivals and service alerts before leaving.

Find route

Use route number, corridor, city, station, or destination.

Pick direction

Northbound, southbound, eastbound, westbound, or terminal name.

Check stop

Use the stop name, stop ID, map pin, or major landmark.

Review live time

Live arrival can change due to traffic, detours, or GPS data.

Pay fare

Use Paradise Pass, exact cash, phone pay, or accepted card.

Important rider warning: A Palm Tran timetable is not the same as a live arrival. Scheduled time is the planned bus time. Live arrival is a prediction and can change because of traffic, weather, service alerts, construction, events, trip cancellations, or data delays.

Palm Tran Bus Schedule Guide

Routes Times & Frequency Fares & Passes Stops & Map Live Tracker Service Alerts Accessibility Official Sources FAQs Schema Note

Routes overview

Palm Tran Routes, Corridors and Service Days

Palm Tran route names often use abbreviations such as WPB, PBG, BCR, DLB, GRN, LKW, and BYB. Treat the route page as the final source for exact terminals, stop sequence, direction labels, and current alerts.

Route	Palm Tran route description	Service days listed	Rider use case
1	PBG – BCR via US-1	Mon–Sun	Main coastal north-south corridor.
2	WPB – BCR via Congress	Mon–Sun	Congress Avenue corridor; check PBIA service updates.
3	PBG – BCR via Military	Mon–Sun	Military Trail north-south trips.
4	WPB – GRN via Haverhill	Mon–Sun	Haverhill / Lawrence / Gateway area; check current alignment.
10	North County X-Town via Military	Mon–Sat	North county crosstown service; verify no Sunday trip.
20	PBG – WPB via Congress	Mon–Sun	Congress Avenue between Palm Beach Gardens and West Palm Beach.
30	RVB X-Town via Blue Heron	Mon–Sun	Riviera Beach / Blue Heron crosstown trips.
31	WPB X-Town via 45th	Mon–Sun	45th Street corridor and West Palm Beach connections.
33	PBG – WPB via Australian / Palm Beach Lakes	Mon–Sun	Australian Avenue and Palm Beach Lakes corridor.
40	WPB – Belle Glade via SR-80	Mon–Sun	Long east-west route between West Palm Beach and the Glades.
41	WPB – Palm Beach Inlet	Mon–Sat	Palm Beach / inlet access; verify weekend pattern.
43	WPB X-Town via Okeechobee	Mon–Sun	Okeechobee Boulevard crosstown trips.
44	WPB X-Town via Belvedere	Mon–Sun	Belvedere corridor; check Sunday timing notes.
46	WPB – WLN via Forest Hill	Mon–Sun	Forest Hill Boulevard corridor.
47	Pahokee – South Bay via Belle Glade	Mon–Sun	Glades-area local connection; check timepoint changes.
60	GRN – WPB via Purdy / Parker	Mon–Sat	Greenacres / West Palm Beach area; verify no Sunday service.
61	GRN – LKW via Cresthaven / 10th Ave N	Mon–Sun	Cresthaven and Lake Worth connections.
62	WLN – LKW via Lake Worth	Mon–Sun	Lake Worth corridor and beach-bound direction checks.
63	Vista Center – US-1 via Jog / Lantana	Mon–Sun	Jog Road / Lantana corridor.
64	GRN – Lantana via Melaleuca / 6th Ave S	Mon–Sat	Check weekend pattern before Sunday travel.
70	Lantana – Delray Beach via Seacrest	Mon–Sun	South county north-south local corridor.
73	Boynton Beach X-Town via Boynton Beach	Mon–Sun	Boynton Beach crosstown service.
80	Delray Beach X-Town via Lake Ida	Mon–Sun	Lake Ida / Delray crosstown trips.
81	Delray Beach X-Town via Atlantic	Mon–Sat	Atlantic Avenue corridor; verify Sunday alternatives.
88	Delray Beach X-Town via Linton	Mon–Sun	Linton Boulevard service.
91	Boca Raton X-Town via Glades	Mon–Sun	Glades Road / Boca Raton crosstown trips.
92	Boca Raton X-Town via Palmetto Park	Mon–Sat	Palmetto Park corridor; check weekend plan.
94	Boca Raton – Tri-Rail Station via FAU	Mon–Sun	FAU and Boca Raton Tri-Rail access.
95	Port St. Lucie Express	Mon–Fri	Express commuter service; separate fare rules apply.

Route abbreviation tip: Palm Tran route titles use short location labels. Use the route PDF or route-detail page before assuming an abbreviation means your exact stop or terminal.

Times and frequency

How Palm Tran Bus Times Work

Palm Tran schedules vary by route, direction, day of week, stop, traffic, and service-change period. Some routes operate seven days a week, while others are listed Monday through Saturday or Monday through Friday only.

Weekday trips Weekday service usually has the most complete span, but first and last bus times still depend on the route and direction.

Saturday service Many Palm Tran routes operate Saturday, but frequency may differ from weekday service.

Sunday service Not every listed route has Sunday service. Always check the official route page before a Sunday trip.

Official route page Best

Palm Tran App Live use

Google Maps Planning

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Arrival guidance: arrive 5–10 minutes early for regular stops. Use 10–15 minutes for the Intermodal Transit Center, Tri-Rail connections, airport trips, unfamiliar stops, cash payment, or routes with lower frequency.

Ticket price and fare rate

Palm Tran Fare, Passes and Payment Methods

Palm Tran’s fixed-route single trip is listed at $2. Prepaid pass options include unlimited 1-day, 3-day, 7-day, and 31-day passes. PSL Express and Palm Tran Connection have separate fare rules.

Single trip $2 Fixed-route bus

Use Paradise Pass, exact cash, phone pay, or accepted contactless card options.

Unlimited 1-day $5 Good for frequent same-day trips

Useful when your trip requires several Palm Tran rides in one day.

Unlimited 7-day $20 Short-term pass

Better for weekly riders, temporary work trips, visitors, or students.

Unlimited 31-day $70 Regular rider pass

Best for daily commuters who use the same fare media consistently.

Payment method	What to know	Best for
Paradise Pass App / Smart Card	Palm Tran’s contactless fare system. Registering helps with account management and fare capping.	Regular riders and riders who do not want to carry exact cash.
Exact cash	Use exact fare. The farebox does not provide change or tickets.	Occasional riders who do not need pass benefits.
Phone Pay	Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Wallet may be used where accepted.	Riders who prefer wallet-based payment.
Debit / credit card	Use an accepted contactless card with the wireless symbol; check current card acceptance rules.	Visitors and riders without a Paradise Pass card.

Cash warning: do not board expecting change. Prepare exact fare before the bus arrives, especially at busy stops or when transferring.

Stops and map

Palm Tran Stops, Direction and Major Hubs

With thousands of stops across Palm Beach County, the route number alone is not enough. Confirm the direction, destination sign, stop side, stop ID, and nearby landmark before boarding.

Typical Palm Tran countywide route pattern

1Jupiter / PBG 2Riviera Beach 3West Palm Beach 4Lake Worth 5Boynton Beach 6Delray / Boca 7Glades / PSLX

West Palm Beach ITC Major transfer point near Tri-Rail and downtown West Palm Beach.

Tri-Rail stations Several routes connect riders toward Tri-Rail stations; check exact station and stop side.

Airport trips Route 2 has had an alignment update to serve Palm Beach International Airport; confirm current route details before travel.

Stop-side tip: if a route runs both ways on the same road, the return stop may be across the street. Use the map pin, stop ID, direction label, and bus headsign together.

Google Map

Example Major Hub Map: West Palm Beach Intermodal Transit Center

This map helps riders understand where a major Palm Tran transfer hub is located. Use Palm Tran’s official route map for the final bus bay, route direction, stop ID, and service alert information.

Check whether your bus stops at the ITC or a nearby street stop.
Confirm the route direction before leaving the station area.
Allow extra transfer time when connecting to Tri-Rail.
Use the Palm Tran App for real-time stop information.

Live bus tracker

Palm Tran App, Trip Planner and Live Arrival Times

Scheduled time is the planned timetable. Live arrival is a same-day estimate from real-time bus information where available. Always recheck shortly before leaving.

Open tool

Use the Palm Tran App, Trip Planner, or InfoPoint live page.

Search route

Enter route number, stop name, stop ID, address, or landmark.

Pick direction

Northbound, southbound, eastbound, westbound, or terminal direction.

Read alerts

Open alert icons before walking to the stop.

Recheck

Live predictions can change because of traffic, GPS, or service changes.

Service alerts

Palm Tran Service Alerts and Route Changes

Palm Tran periodically adjusts fixed-route schedules, stops, and routes. Route pages may show service alerts, alignment changes, stop eliminations, timepoint changes, or running-time adjustments.

Route alignment changes Route 2 and Route 4 have had notable alignment-related updates. Always open the route page for current details.

Stop changes Some route notices reference eliminated, moved, or relocated stops. Use stop ID when available.

Time adjustments Several route notices mention running-time changes to improve on-time performance.

Same-day warning: this article can explain where and how to check alerts, but it cannot guarantee that a bus is operating normally right now. Check Palm Tran service alerts before each trip.

Palm Tran apps

Which Palm Tran App Should You Use?

Palm Tran App Plan your trip, track buses in real time, view route information, and check service alerts.

Paradise Pass App Pay bus fare from your smartphone and avoid carrying cash.

Connection App Manage eligible Palm Tran Connection paratransit trips, booking, fares, and feedback.

Go Glades App Book and track flexible Go Glades rides in the Glades region.

Trip Planner Plan a door-to-door trip using origin, destination, route, and time options.

InfoPoint Use route, stop, and real-time departure tools when available.

Accessibility

Accessibility, Bikes and Palm Tran Connection

Palm Tran fixed-route buses include accessibility-focused features such as ADA features, ramps or securement, bike racks, air conditioning, digital displays, and onboard comfort features. Stop accessibility can still vary by sidewalk, curb, construction, lighting, shelter, and temporary relocation.

Fixed-route access Check ramp, securement, priority seating, and low-floor bus information from Palm Tran.

Stop access Confirm sidewalk access, stop side, stop ID, construction impacts, and temporary stops.

Reduced fare Eligible riders should check Palm Tran’s reduced fare page and bring required ID when needed.

Connection ADA Palm Tran Connection ADA provides door-to-door paratransit within the required service area for eligible riders.

Rider tips

How to Ride Palm Tran Without Missing the Bus

Search your route number and direction before leaving.
Use the official route page for full schedule and map details.
Check whether your route runs Sunday or only Monday–Saturday.
Use the stop ID when possible instead of only a street name.
Prepare Paradise Pass, phone pay, accepted card, or exact cash.
Arrive 5–10 minutes early at normal stops.
Allow more time at ITC, Tri-Rail, airport, and transfer locations.
Check alerts for detours, stop closures, and route changes.
Plan your return trip before boarding the first bus.
Recheck live arrivals shortly before walking to the stop.

Official sources

Official Palm Tran Schedule Sources

Use these official sources to confirm current schedules, fares, route PDFs, maps, stops, live information, apps, and alerts.

Palm Tran Maps & Schedules

Start here for route maps, schedules, Trip Planner, system map, and service alerts.

Open Maps & Schedules

Palm Tran Bus Routes

Complete route list with route overview, direction options, service days, PDFs, and route detail links.

Open Bus Routes

Palm Tran Fares & Passes

Fixed-route fare, passes, payment methods, Go Glades fare, PSL Express fare, and reduced fare links.

Open Fares & Passes

Paradise Pass

Contactless fare app, reloadable card, disposable passes, kiosks, and cash fare notes.

Open Paradise Pass

Palm Tran Apps

Palm Tran App, Paradise Pass App, Connection App, and Go Glades App information.

Open Palm Tran Apps

Trip Planner

Plan a door-to-door trip by address, stop, route, landmark, or destination.

Open Trip Planner

InfoPoint Live Departures

Use route and stop tools for real-time stop information where available.

Open InfoPoint

Service Alerts & Changes

Check same-day route changes, stop closures, detours, and schedule adjustments.

Open Service Alerts

Riding Palm Tran Services

Beginner rider guide for planning, boarding, paying, requesting stops, and using updates.

Open How to Ride

Palm Tran Connection ADA

Paratransit service information for eligible riders who cannot use fixed-route buses for qualifying trips.

Open Connection ADA

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FAQs

Palm Tran Bus Schedule FAQs

Where can I find the Palm Tran bus schedule?

Use Palm Tran’s official Maps & Schedules page, Bus Routes page, Trip Planner, or Palm Tran App. Choose your route, direction, travel day, and stop before relying on a time.

How many routes does Palm Tran operate?

Palm Tran lists a countywide fixed-route network with more than 29 routes and more than 2,700 bus stops across Palm Beach County.

Does Palm Tran run on weekends?

Many Palm Tran routes operate Saturday and Sunday, but not all routes have Sunday service. Check your exact route because some are listed Monday through Saturday or Monday through Friday only.

How much is Palm Tran bus fare?

Palm Tran’s fixed-route single trip is listed at $2. Pass options include unlimited 1-day, 3-day, 7-day, and 31-day passes. PSL Express and Connection services have separate fare rules.

Can I pay cash on Palm Tran?

Yes, exact cash is accepted, but the farebox does not provide change. Riders can also use Paradise Pass, phone pay, or accepted contactless card options.

What is Paradise Pass?

Paradise Pass is Palm Tran’s contactless fare payment system. Riders can use the Paradise Pass App, a reloadable smart card, or limited-use pass products where accepted.

How do I track a Palm Tran bus live?

Use the Palm Tran App, Trip Planner, or InfoPoint tools. Search the route, select the correct direction, choose your stop, and recheck the predicted arrival before leaving.

Are Palm Tran live bus times guaranteed?

No. Live bus times are predictions and can change because of traffic, detours, GPS quality, construction, weather, cancellations, event congestion, or data delays.

Which Palm Tran route goes to Palm Beach International Airport?

Palm Tran route notices show Route 2 alignment modified to serve Palm Beach International Airport. Check the current Route 2 page before travel for exact stops and direction.

How early should I arrive for Palm Tran?

Arrive 5–10 minutes early for regular bus stops. Use 10–15 minutes for major hubs, transfers, Tri-Rail connections, airport trips, unfamiliar stops, poor weather, or cash payment.