Getting Around Palm Beach
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Palm Beach Airport information
If you’re flying into Palm Beach, you’ll arrive at Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) — a traveler-friendly hub just 3 miles from downtown Palm Beach. It’s known for being one of the easiest airports to navigate, making it great for event planners and guests who want a smooth arrival. The airport welcomes more than 6 million passengers each year and often ranks among the top U.S. airports for customer experience.
Inside the main terminal, you’ll find a variety of dining options, comfortable waiting areas, and plenty of shopping spots — perfect for grabbing a bite or a quick souvenir before your flight. The airport also has convenient parking and car rental services right on-site, making ground transportation stress-free.
Useful facts and tips:
Located only about 10 minutes from downtown Palm Beach.
Serves major airlines connecting to popular U.S. and international destinations.
Dining: Choices include California Pizza Kitchen, Starbucks, and local spots like Sam Snead’s Tavern.
Shopping: Browse gifts, travel needs, and even golf gear at the PGA Tour Shop.
Parking: Around 1,100 short-term and 2,300 long-term spaces are available.
Recognition: Consistently listed among the top airports in the U.S. for cleanliness and efficiency.
Inside the main terminal, you’ll find a variety of dining options, comfortable waiting areas, and plenty of shopping spots — perfect for grabbing a bite or a quick souvenir before your flight. The airport also has convenient parking and car rental services right on-site, making ground transportation stress-free.
Useful facts and tips:
Located only about 10 minutes from downtown Palm Beach.
Serves major airlines connecting to popular U.S. and international destinations.
Dining: Choices include California Pizza Kitchen, Starbucks, and local spots like Sam Snead’s Tavern.
Shopping: Browse gifts, travel needs, and even golf gear at the PGA Tour Shop.
Parking: Around 1,100 short-term and 2,300 long-term spaces are available.
Recognition: Consistently listed among the top airports in the U.S. for cleanliness and efficiency.
Palm Beach Train information
If you prefer to travel by train, West Palm Beach Amtrak Station is a reliable and scenic way to reach the area. The station is part of the Amtrak Silver Service/Palmetto line, which connects Palm Beach with major cities like New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Raleigh, and Savannah. This makes it an excellent option for event attendees arriving from along the East Coast.
The train station is centrally located, with easy access to hotels, restaurants, and event venues. Travelers can take a short taxi or rideshare from the station directly into Palm Beach or neighboring West Palm Beach.
Key highlights:
Route: Silver Service/Palmetto line runs daily between New York City and Miami.
Nearby connections: Quick access to local bus routes and car rentals.
Station access: Located at 209 S Tamarind Ave, West Palm Beach.
Convenience: Ideal for group travel, long-distance visitors, or eco-conscious travelers.
The train station is centrally located, with easy access to hotels, restaurants, and event venues. Travelers can take a short taxi or rideshare from the station directly into Palm Beach or neighboring West Palm Beach.
Key highlights:
Route: Silver Service/Palmetto line runs daily between New York City and Miami.
Nearby connections: Quick access to local bus routes and car rentals.
Station access: Located at 209 S Tamarind Ave, West Palm Beach.
Convenience: Ideal for group travel, long-distance visitors, or eco-conscious travelers.
Palm Beach Public information
Getting around Palm Beach without a car is easy thanks to Palm Tran, the local public bus system. It covers nearly every part of Palm Beach County, including connections to Tri-Rail trains that travel south to Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For planners hosting events, this means guests can move around the region affordably and reliably.
You’ll also find multiple transport options for airport transfers and local commutes — from shared shuttles to taxis and rental cars available right at the airport.
Helpful details:
Palm Tran: 35 routes, over 3,300 stops across the county.
Fares: $2 per ride; discounted at $0.75 for students and seniors.
Day passes: $5 for adults, $2.25 for students or seniors.
Airport Shuttle: Yellow Express Shuttle offers door-to-door service (approx. $24 to outer county areas); no reservation needed for arriving passengers.
Car Rentals: Major companies like Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Dollar, and Thrifty operate in the terminal near baggage claim.
Taxis: Average fare from the airport to downtown West Palm Beach is about $14.
You’ll also find multiple transport options for airport transfers and local commutes — from shared shuttles to taxis and rental cars available right at the airport.
Helpful details:
Palm Tran: 35 routes, over 3,300 stops across the county.
Fares: $2 per ride; discounted at $0.75 for students and seniors.
Day passes: $5 for adults, $2.25 for students or seniors.
Airport Shuttle: Yellow Express Shuttle offers door-to-door service (approx. $24 to outer county areas); no reservation needed for arriving passengers.
Car Rentals: Major companies like Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Dollar, and Thrifty operate in the terminal near baggage claim.
Taxis: Average fare from the airport to downtown West Palm Beach is about $14.
