I took a bus trip from Miami to Key West for $50. It was a great way to see the island for a day, but it wasn't perfect.

India AmosJan 15, 2024, 21:18 IST

Key West is a popular spot in Florida. EB Adventure Photography/Shutterstock

I went on a round-trip bus ride from Miami to Key West for $50.
My Key West Tours trip was pretty good and I enjoyed visiting Key West.

As someone who lives in Miami, I don't visit the Keys as often as I'd like.

So, I decided to take a day trip via bus from the city to Key West. I'd done it nearly five years ago when I first moved to Florida, and I remembered I didn't hate it.

Although a few companies offer this bus trip, I booked my $50 round-trip ticket with Key West Tours.

Here's what it was like.

My day started early.

My day had an early start. India Amos

The bus stopped a few times to pick up passengers, and we ended up having to switch vehicles.

Our tour guide told us there was a mechanical issue with the bus, so we had to relocate to another.India Amos

About an hour after we left Miami, we stopped in Key Largo.

We ate breakfast in Key Largo. India Amos

After that, we went straight to Key West.

We crossed over 40 bridges to get to Key West. India Amos

During the trip, our guide told us about the different excursions we could do in Key West.

I appreciated that people had a second opportunity to book their excursions on the bus.India Amos

When we made it to Key West, the bus dropped us off on the northern side of the island.

We were free to head out on our own for the day.India Amos

After snorkeling, I didn't have much time left on the island, so I got lunch.

I enjoyed the food I had at Amigos Tortilla Bar.India Amos

On my walk back to the bus, I tried different types of Key-lime pie.

Key West is famous for its Key-lime pie. India Amos

All in all, taking the tour bus was an affordable way to visit the island, and I'd do it again.

I enjoyed spending a few hours on Key West. India Amos

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