Whether you are a resident of Virginia Beach or you are on vacation, there are several ways to get around. Here are five different options, with costs and convenience rated.
1. By Shuttle
During the summer months, you can easily get around the Virginia Beach resort area by using the Wave Trolley. It runs from one end of Atlantic Avenue to the other; from Rudee Loop to 42nd Street.
Taking in the oceanfront, restaurants, stores, museums, and more, the Wave Trolley service, which is operated by Hampton Roads Transit, runs daily from May to September every 15 minutes, from 8 a.m. until 2 a.m.
Hampton Roads Transit also operates The Bayfront Shuttle (Route 35) between May and September.
It runs daily (most days) every 45 minutes, from 8 a.m. until midnight, and travels from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront to First Landing State Park and then through the North End beaches to the Bayfront on Shore Drive.
The Aquarium and Campground Shuttle (Route 31) is also operated by HRT between May and September. Its daily service runs every 20 minutes, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:10 p.m.
A single fare for all of the above shuttles is $2, or less with concessions. You can pay onboard with cash or purchase fare cards in advance from the Sunsations locations or ticket vending machines that run along Atlantic Avenue.
Off-season, you can catch other local buses.
Seeing as the Virginia Beach shuttle services operate regularly on a daily basis and cost very little, they are one of the best options for both convenience and keeping your transportation expenses low.
2. By Uber or Lyft
Another convenient and cost-effective way of getting around Virginia Beach is to use a ridesharing service like Uber or Lyft.
You can request a ride at any time on any day of the week, whether you decide to book a ride in real time or in advance. Simply log into the Uber or Lyft app and quickly find the ride you need to get around Virginia Beach.
In the Virginia Beach area, Uber charges a base fare of $2.55 and a minimum fare of $8, with a cost of around $0.35 per minute.
Lyft charges a base fare of $0.45 and a minimum fare of $4.24, with a cost of around $0.17 per minute. So, in terms of costs, Lyft wins hands down.
While Uber and Lyft undoubtedly provide you with a high level of convenience for getting around Virginia Beach, you should be aware that there is a higher risk of experiencing accidents in comparison to using shuttles.
Indeed, people sustain injuries in Lyft accidents that are not their fault all too frequently. Though, if you should have the misfortune to be injured in such an accident, you can at least seek financial compensation by filing Lyft accident injury lawsuits.
3. By Cab
You also have the option to get a cab in Virginia Beach. A cab may be slightly more convenient than a ridesharing service, but a taxi fare will cost more.
Typically, you would pay around $10 for a three-mile journey and $16 for a six-mile journey.
4. By Bicycle
Virginia Beach has over 200 miles of trails and bikeways. It is also home to a number of establishments that rent bicycles.
Therefore, you might like to consider hiring a bike or using your own to get around Virginia Beach.
If you use your own bike, you will not have to pay out any money and you can travel whenever you want for the utmost convenience. Furthermore, cycling will help you stay fit and healthy.
However, if you intend to get around Virginia Beach a lot or if you need to get around during inclement weather, cycling might not be the best option.
5. By Water
Lastly, if your main reason for getting around Virginia Beach is to see the sights, consider traveling by water.
There are a number of sightseeing boat tours and private charters available around Virginia Beach.
Rating the Transportation Options
When it comes to cost, cycling is the cheapest option. But most people who want to save money on transportation in Virginia Beach prefer to use the shuttle services. At just $2 per single journey, you won’t break the bank.
Shuttle services are very convenient too, as they run frequently in the summer months. But if convenience is your top priority, use a ridesharing service or hail a cab.
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