Skyway ConneXion - Manatee County Area Transit

How to Ride
What is the Skyway ConneXion?
Using this Bus Schedule
Skyway ConneXion service is limited stop/express
service operating Monday - Friday.
Pick the closest Skyway ConneXion timepoint to your
destination.
Review the Skyway ConneXion schedule to learn what
time you should board the bus. Arriving at the bus stop
10 minutes early is a good idea.
Note: Times may vary due to road and traffic conditions.
Connecting MCAT and PSTA bus route schedules are
available at: www.ridemcat.org and www.psta.net
Boarding the Bus
Buses will only stop at designated
bus stops. As a bus approaches the
stop, stand next to the bus stop sign.
Ensure the driver sees you by waving
to the driver, signaling your intention
to board the bus.
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If you are unsure about this bus’
destination, ask the driver before you board.
Have exact fare ready (U.S. coins and currency only)
If you are visually impaired, or need help identifying
your stop, please inform the driver as you enter the bus,
so that the driver announces your stop location to
ensure you exit at the proper time. It is helpful to sit
toward the front of the bus if you need assistance.
Wheelchair Accessible
All MCAT buses and Trolleys are equipped with
wheelchair lifts or ramps to accommodate persons who
cannot board using the steps. When the bus arrives at the
bus stop, follow the driver’s instructions. Once inside, the
driver will assist you with securing your wheelchair and
safety belts. Discuss your destination with the bus driver
who will assist you when leaving the bus or trolley.
Note: For information on “How to Ride” call
(941) 749-7116.
Security
Manatee County Area Transit vehicles and facilities are
monitored by MCAT, 24 hours 7 days a week using
electronic surveillance system and/or security personnel.
The Skyway ConneXion is a one seat limited stop/
express ride connecting Manatee and Pinellas
Counties. This route serves each MCAT Transit
Station and in close proximity to several Pinellas
Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) transfer points,
including Bay Pines VA Hospital in St. Petersburg.
Where are the ConneXion destinations?
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Manatee County
The destinations in Bradenton are: DeSoto Station,
Downtown Bradenton Station and Palmetto Station.
Destinations in Pinellas County are: US 19/34th St
& 50th Ave S, 1st Ave S/ 34th St S adjacent to Grand
Central Station, 68th St/Tyrone Blvd near the Tyrone
Mall/PSTA Transit Center and Bay Pines VA Hospital.
How much does it cost?
The fare to go over the Skyway Bridge is $5.00 for
one-way or $10.00 round trip.
Is there a Multi-Ride Pass available?
A $10.00 one-day unlimited ride pass is available for
purchase and can be utilized for all MCAT local routes
as well as the Skyway ConneXion route.
Will I be able to travel on the MCAT bus
within Pinellas and Manatee County?
Yes, the current PSTA express cash fare is $3.00/trip;
so intra-county express trips on MCAT buses in
Pinellas and Manatee County cost 3.00 fare for each
one-way trip.
When does the Skyway ConneXion start?
Service begins April 1, 2016.
Transit
Information
Effective April 1, 2016
Public Works
Manatee County Area Transit
1108 26th Avenue East
Bradenton, Florida 34208
www.mymanatee.org/mcat
(941) 749-7116
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8TH AVE W/PALMETTO STATION
US 19
15th Ave S.
34TH ST S/50TH AV S
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* 1st and 2nd Avenue bus stops are
adjacent to Grand Central Station; and
stops on Tyrone Blvd. serve PSTA Transfer
Point, adjacent to Tyrone Mall.
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Cross- Bay Fare - $5.00/one way
1 Day Unlimited Ride - $10.00
Manatee and Pinellas County $3.00/one way
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(Intra-County Trip)
CR 683
Canal Rd.
Palmview Rd.
Information: (941) 749-7116
MCAT Web Site:
www.mymanatee.org/mcat
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Palmetto Station
Transfer to Routes: 1,13,99
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27th St E.
US 41
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9th St E.
Downtown Station
Transfer to Routes: 2,3,4,9,99
14th St W.
9th St W.
51st St W.
43rd St W.
59th St W.
Manatee Ave W.
9th Ave W.
75th St W.
St. Pete
Beach
Skyway ConneXion:
Limited Stop/
Express
Grand Central
Station SR 595
9th Ave N.
34TH ST S/50TH AV S
5th Ave N.
22nd Ave N.
8TH AVE W/PALMETTO STATION
58th St N.
Tyrone Mall
275
30th Ave N.
2ND AV S/34TH ST S SB
38th Ave N.
Park St N.
VA Hospital
46th Ave N.
DOWNTOWN STATION
SR 693
54th Ave N.
SX
68TH ST S/ TYRONE BLVD SB
Points of Interest
62nd Ave N.
DESOTO STATION/301 BLVD
19
Northbound
Time Points
C.W. BILL YOUNG VA HOSPITAL
US
Park Side
Mall
DeSoto Station
Transfer to Routes: 2,6,8,16,99
Mana
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