Take
a ride on the Boardwalk Tram
The ocean breeze, beach, sand, and family atmosphere are just a few of the reasons why you will want to ride the Ocean City boardwalk trams during your visit to Ocean City! The new, comfortable boardwalk trams can take you the whole length of the boardwalk, which travels from the Inlet to the North Booth at 27th Street. The Boardwalk tram will stop at any location along the route to load or discharge passengers. The best part of the half-hour ride will be the detour that takes you on the pier close to the ocean where you can see, hear, and sometimes even feel the ocean water. Now you know you are in Ocean City, Maryland!
Tram fare is $3.00 per person, per ride. Discount fares are available; inquire at either tram station or on the tram.
Please note: The tram operation is subject to prevailing weather conditions. See the station operators or call 410-289-5311 or 410-723-1606 for further information.
|
March 21 - May 18 |
| 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays |
SPRINGFEST SCHEDULE |
May 01 – May 04 |
10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday |
| 10 a.m. – 6 p. m. Sunday |
SUMMER SCHEDULE |
May 22 – August 31 |
10 a.m. – Midnight Daily |
|
September 01 – September 28 |
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Daily
|
Fall
SCHEDULE |
October 3 – October 19 |
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday |
| **Weekends only Weather Permiting |
Coastal
Highway Transit Bus
Ride with us, on Ocean City’s municipal buses that travel along Coastal  Highway 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our buses are safe, clean, reliable, and convenient. A Ride-All-Day pass allows you to ride from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 a.m. the next morning. Our friendly and knowledgeable drivers will be glad to take you down to our South Division Street Transit Center or to the North end Transit Center or anywhere in-between. Be sure to ask about our new discount coupon books for a savings on your bus fare, and don’t forget you can take one of our buses to our beautiful West Ocean City Park & Ride facility. Park & Ride is also a connection point for other buses.
Buses depart from the depots on the following time schedule below:
SUMMER SCHEDULE |
May 22 - September 1 |
Every 10
minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 12 noon |
| Every 5–7 minutes from Noon – 3:00
a.m. |
| Every
20 minutes from 3:00 a.m. – 6:00 a.m. |
PARK & RIDE |
April 28 - October 12 |
Every 15 minutes from 6:00 a.m - 3:00 a.m. |
|
May 23 - September 1 |
Every
30 minutes from 5:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. |
|
September 2 -
November 2. 2009 |
Every
15 minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| Every 30
minutes from 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. |
|
November 3 - April 9, 2009 |
Every
30 minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| Every 30
minutes from 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. |
|
April 10 - May 21, 2009 |
Every
15 minutes from 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
| Every 30
minutes from 10:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. |
The Trolley:
 Provides service from the Somerset Street depot to 65th street. The Trolleys travel up Baltimore Ave. to 15th street and enter Coastal Highway. They make stops along Baltimore Ave., Coastal Highway and Philadelphia Ave. in conjunction with the buses. The Trolleys will cross Coastal Highway at 65th street and stop at the 64th street bus shelter. Trolleys will stop at all bus stops on Coastal Highway and Philadelphia Ave. south bound to Somerset Ave. Free parking is available at 65th street in the lot adjacent to the Public Service building and at the south end of the Convention Center lot.
Trolleys operate in the summer only.
West
Ocean City Park and Ride:
The Town of Ocean City is pleased to offer ample free parking and a $1 bus shuttle to the South Division Street Transit Center at our West Ocean City Park and Ride facility. We are so proud to be able to boast about the gorgeous sunsets and scenic views of the bay while you park your car, walk, ride your bike, or just watch the birds. The outstanding view of the wetlands and the Ocean City skyline from the octagon gazebos will take your breath away! Be sure to read our interpretive signs, inspect the railroad bridge and brick walkways, as they add a unique historical value to this true gem. You just cannot believe it, until you see it for yourself!
The West Ocean City Shuttle between the South Division Street Transit Center, West Ocean City Park & Ride, and the Ocean City Factory Outlets begins April 30, and ends October 12, 2008.
Park free and take our Shuttle between the West Ocean City Park & Ride and the South Division Street Transit Center for $1.00. You can then transfer to Coastal Highway or Downtown Trolley Service. Just deposit your Park & Ride transfer ticket and $1.00 to receive a Ride-All-Day Coastal Highway pass. Shuttle bus service remains at $1 good for a 24-hour period and parking at the West Ocean City Park and Ride remains free. The Park and Ride Shuttle offers service every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 3 a.m. and on demand at other times throughout the summer season.
The shuttle bus service between the West Ocean City Park & Ride and the South Division Street Transit Center in downtown Ocean City now includes a stop at the Ocean City Factory Outlets. This stop is located at the Pac-Sun store and is the only stop in the outlet shopping center. The bus travels from the South Division Street Transit Center to the outlet stop and then continues to the West Ocean City Park & Ride before departing again for downtown Ocean City.
 ADA Paratransit Curb-to-Curb Service:
Ocean City Transportation offers curb-to-curb service to eligible disabled residents and visitors of Ocean City. All eligible patrons may call the Dispatch Office at 410-723-1606 to make a reservation for the Para-transit van 365 days a year. Reservations need to be made at least one business day prior to your ride. This service runs from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Our staff of well-trained drivers offers our patrons a safe ride to their destinations. We can even deliver you right to the front entrance of the Springfest or Sunfest events. We can connect you to DART at the North end and Shore Transit at the South end if necessary.
Fares:
“The Bus” for Coastal Highway and “The Trolley” for Downtown is $2.00 for an interchangeable Ride-All-Day pass from 6 a.m. to 6 a.m. the following day.
West Ocean City Park & Ride is $1.00 for the shuttle service and free parking.
The fare for the Para-transit van is $2.00 Ride-All-Day. By appointment/reservation only.
Discount Coupons: 10 passes for $15.00 for the Coastal Highway and Trolley Routes and 20 passes for $15.00 for the Park & Ride shuttle service:
The buses, trolleys, trams, and ADA vans are cash or ticket only. You may purchase coupons at the following locations:
Boardwalk Tram North & South Booths (Cash or Credit Card)
City Hall - 3rd Street & Baltimore Avenue (Cash or Credit Card)
Convention Center Box Office - 40th Street (Cash or Credit Card)
Ocean City Police Department - 65th Street (Cash or Credit Card)
O.C. Recreation Complex/Northside Park - 125th Street (Cash or Credit Card)
Transportation 
SENIOR
CITIZEN BUS PASSES (Age 60 and older)
A “Senior Bus Pass” for residents and property owners, 60 years of age and over is available. The cost of the pass is $7 and it is valid for two years. All applications for bus passes and renewals require proof of property ownership or proof of residency such as an Ocean City tax bill or drivers license with an Ocean City address. Seniors obtaining a pass for the first time must show proof of age in addition to proof of residency. A Senior Bus Pass allows free rides on the buses, trolleys, trams, and ADA Van (if eligible). For more information, call the City Hall receptionist at 410-289-8221.
A “Non-Resident Senior Bus Pass” is available free of charge to anyone 60 years of age or older. This pass will entitle the holder to half-fare passage on the bus, trolley, and ADA Van (if eligible). The Non-Resident Bus Pass is not recognized for reduced or free passage on the trams. For more information, call the Transportation Department at 410-723-1606 or the City Hall receptionist at 410-289-8221.
|
