Transportation around the University of Miami

Coral Gables has an efficient public transportation system. The area is serviced by the Miami-Dade County Metrobus and Metrorail, as well as Metromover. Metrobus routes cover several major areas of Coral Gables. There is a station for the Metrorail also, which links the city to the rest of the surrounding area and makes fast transportation possible. Metromover is a service that connects hotels, major tourist destinations and major businesses together. Full and up-to-date information is available on the county transit website for trip-planning convenience. Coral Gables also boasts their own trolley service. These local trolleys are low-priced, run frequently only in the vicinity and have the unique quality and look of a vintage trolley.

Hired transportation is plentiful in the Coral Gables area. Limousines, taxis and town cars may be hired by calling a company in advance. Most limousine and taxi services have a flat-rate fee to the nearest airport for travelers leaving from Coral Gables. Several airport shuttle companies also service the city of Coral Gables. Boat and yacht transport can be arranged in advance for travel to Key Biscayne, which is directly across the Biscayne Bay from Coral Gables. Handicapped, senior citizen and paratransit private transportation is offered by the city, but must be requested in advance.

Several rental car companies have convenient locations in Coral Gables and the nearby airport. Rental cars are one of the easiest ways to get around, especially when planning short trips to other parts of the city outside of Coral Gables. To rent a car, a valid driver's license is required. Most companies require drivers to be at least 25, but some accept drivers over the age of 18. It is best to plan on using a credit card, but if this isn't possible, call rental companies in advance to see if they accept debit cards. Many do, but they usually require a 20% or more refundable deposit at the time of renting.