Palm Tran launches new weekday premium coach service, PSL Express
Published on September 17, 2024
Palm Tran launches new weekday premium coach service, Port St. Lucie Express in collaboration with the Florida Department of Transportation
State-of-the-art coach-style buses connecting West Palm Beach & Port St. Lucie
Palm Beach County, Florida – September 16, 2024 – South Florida commuters will enjoy the pleasure of convenience with the Port St. Lucie Express, a new service sponsored by a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and operated by Palm Tran. The Port St. Lucie Express is a weekday premium express coach service that offers a convenient and affordable non-stop commute between downtown West Palm Beach and Port St. Lucie for just $3 per ride. The well-anticipated first day of service will be on September 23, 2024, from the Gatlin Blvd Park and Ride to West Palm Beach Intermodal Transit Center.
"We have received an overwhelming amount of support and interest for an express bus service to connect West Palm Beach and Port St. Lucie. Thanks to the Palm Beach Board of County Commissioners and the Florida Department of Transportation, our community has an affordable transit option and greater connectivity," said Ivan Maldonado, executive director of Palm Tran.
The Port St. Lucie Express bus service will have two coach buses that will do four (4) trips daily from Monday to Friday. Commuters can patronize this affordable, cashless service using the Paradise Pass app, smartcard, or other contactless payment methods. Travelers can also plan their trips and track their buses using the Palm Tran App. For drivers, free park and ride locations are available at Gatlin Boulevard and West Palm Beach Tri-Rail Station. These buses have state-of-the-art features including free Wi-Fi, phone and laptop charging stations, air conditioning, extra comfort seats, and wheelchair accessibility.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is the main collaborator in this new bus service and has funded the operations for Port St. Lucie Express.
"The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is proud to partner with Palm Tran in delivering a service that meets the growing demands of the region. FDOT is the main collaborator in this new bus service and has funded the operations for Port St. Lucie Express Coach."
FDOT is committed to moving communities forward by providing reliable, accessible, and sustainable transportation options. The Port St. Lucie Express Coach is a prime example of how strong partnerships, strategic funding, and careful planning aligned with regional needs, can create impactful solutions. This investment ensures long-term benefits for South Florida residents by addressing key challenges such as improving connectivity, reducing traffic congestion, and supporting sustainable commuting options.
For more information on the Port St. Lucie Express, visit PSLexpress.org.
MEDIA CONTACT
Evan Henderson, Palm Tran | ehenderson@pbcgov.org, 561-841-4269
ABOUT PALM TRAN
In 1971, public transportation began serving the residents and visitors of Palm Beach County. Since then, the county has grown and flourished, and its public transit provider has also grown. Today, Palm Tran is better than ever. Palm Tran travels to every major destination in Palm Beach County—from Jupiter to Boca Raton and Palm Beach to the Glades. The fixed-route buses have Wi-Fi for our riders’ convenience. Palm Tran also launched its own app in June 2020.
ABOUT FDOT
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is an executive agency whose mission is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. This mission is accomplished through a primary purpose to plan and develop Florida’s robust transportation system. Visit www.fdot.gov to learn more.