Bradenton Beach is a coastal city on the south-west coast of Florida, situated between Anna Maria and Longboat Key. It’s a popular tourist spot for its miles of white sand beaches and vibrant nightlife. Public transportation in Bradenton Beach is provided by the Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT). Buses are available seven days a week, with routes that cover all of the key areas of the city including the historic downtown district, local shopping centers, and some main tourist attractions. The bus fare is very economical and there are discounted fares available for frequent passengers. MCAT also offers trolley service during peak seasons when traffic can be particularly heavy. For those who would rather not take public transport, ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft are widely available in Bradenton Beach. Taxis are also an option in the area but they tend to be more expensive than other options since most drivers charge flat rates.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Bradenton Beach takes 25.4 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Bradenton Beach get to work:
- 71.7% drive their own car alone
- 5.5% carpool with others
- 14.7% work from home
- 2.6% take mass transit