"Stretching 20 miles along US-1 down to Florida City, Metro Express will run on a dedicated lane protected by gate arms and prioritized during rush hour, to ensure an efficient and safe ride from beginning to end. At the heart of the new Metro Express service are 14 new signature BRT stations, which offer amenities such as air-conditioned waiting areas to provide comfort and protection from the elements, a modern design with ample shade, bike friendly boarding and storage, water fountains, free Wi-Fi,"
"Starting on Oct. 27, 2025, the Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) will offer South Dade commuters access to a brand-new, comfortable and reliable transit connection from Florida City to Dadeland South," the release added. To commemorate the occasion, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and DTPW leadership, along with the Board of County Commissioners, state and federal officials, partners, and stakeholders, will celebrate with a ribbon cutting ceremony on October 22 at one of the 14 new signature BRT stations."
Metro Express is Miami-Dade County's first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) and the nation's longest all-electric BRT service, running 20 miles along US-1 to Florida City. Service will begin Oct. 27, 2025, connecting Florida City and Dadeland South via a dedicated lane protected by gate arms and prioritized during rush hour. The line will include 14 signature stations with air-conditioned waiting areas, ample shade, bike-friendly boarding and storage, water fountains, free Wi-Fi, and mobile device charging. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held Oct. 22. Funding includes $100 million each from Miami-Dade (People's Transportation surtax), FDOT, and the FTA capital investment grant.
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