Two stops added to Bay Runner trolley route

The Bay Runner free trolley service has added two stops between downtown and St. Armands Key. 

Effective Nov. 8, the former stop at Sunset Drive/Golden Gate Point has been restored after being suspended during FDOT construction of the Gulfstream Avenue roundabout at U.S. 41, and a new stop has been added near Bird Key Park at John Ringling Causeway and Bird Key Drive. 

Because John Ringling Causeway is a state-maintained road, the city’s parking and transportation personnel coordinated with FDOT on state requirements and logistics to make the Bird Key Park stop a reality. 

The free, open-air trolley-style buses run regular routes between downtown Sarasota, across the John Ringling Causeway, through St. Armands Key and terminating at Ted Sperling Park at the south end of Lido Key. 

For a route map and to learn more, visit SarasotaBayRunner.com.