MISSION
Breeze Transit moves people to live, work, and play by delivering exceptional experiences that show customers we value them and their choice to ride transit.
DESCRIPTION
The Breeze transit system combines traditional bus and trolley routes with OnDemand rideshare service. In 2023 the transit agency provided nearly 2.2 million rides.
SERVICES/PROGRAMS
• Breeze routes provide transportation along major corridors in the northern half of the county. Service on US 41 spans from MCAT’s Bradenton Station (Manatee County) all the way to North Port. Fare is $1.50; monthly passes are available for $50. Use the Breeze Rider website or mobile app to plan trips and track the bus. Review the System Map to determine if your trip will be best served by a Breeze route or by Breeze OnDemand.
• Breeze OnDemand minivans and SUVs provide curb-to-curb services upon request. Enter the starting and ending locations into the Breeze OnDemand website or Breeze OnDemand mobile app. Fare is $2 and trips must start and stop within the same service zone. A transfer to or from the bus system or other transportation provider will be necessary if some of the trip is outside the OnDemand zone. Trip requests can also be made over the phone at 941.300.1553. There are three Breeze OnDemand service zones; each zone has the ability to connect the passenger to Breeze routes for further travel –
1. Downtown Sarasota/Lido Key/Longboat Key
2. Venice/Englewood Area
3. North Port Area
• The Breeze Plus ADA program complements the Breeze fixed route service and serves individuals with disabilities that a) prevent the rider from independently navigating the fixed route service; b) require an accessible vehicle that isn’t available on the fixed route service; c) prevent the rider from reaching the fixed route service. Complete and submit the Breeze Plus ADA application. A qualified professional must complete and submit the applicant’s Medical Verification Form. Riders may be granted temporary, conditional, or unconditional approval. Once approval is received, the pickup and drop-off locations must be within ¾ mile of a Breeze fixed route. Each one-way trip is $3 and reservations must be made no later than the day prior to a ride and can be made as early as 14 days prior to a ride. Reservations are accepted every day of the week between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by calling 941.777.6000.
