Getting Around
Making Moves and Taking Planes
Whether you’re looking to explore the local area or travel farther afield, Southwest Florida offers multiple transportation options to help you reach your destination. The region is fully connected by a network of well-maintained federal and state highways, including I-75, U.S. 41 and U.S. 17, which provide easy access to Florida’s major cities and beyond. And, if you’re looking to travel around the local area, there are plenty of low-cost, reliable and environmentally friendly public transportation options available, with services running to key areas of interest like the Naples Zoo.
Plus, when you’re itching to explore out of state, Southwest Florida offers a range of domestic airlines, general aviation fields and the No. 1 fastest-growing airport in the nation, ensuring that visits to distant family and friends is a breeze. Wherever you want to go, Southwest Florida can get you there.
- Airports
- Ground Transportation
- On the Water
High Flying Transportation
Whether you’re traveling domestic or international, Southwest Florida is known for keeping things up in the air — which is positive for the more than eight million people traveling through Southwest Florida International Airport each year. If you’re simply looking to travel across states, Punta Gorda Airport offers non-stop air service to more than 50 destinations, with passenger growth nearly tripling in recent years thanks to major carriers like Allegiant and Sun Country. And, several general aviation and regional airports, like Naples and Marco Island Airports, are available for all your business class needs. While the Immokalee Airport is a growing regional airport and a satellite Free Trade Zone to the LCPA Zone 213.
A Network of Travel Options
Just moved to Naples and don’t have a car? No problem. Collier Area Transit (CAT) operates seven days a week, connecting you from Naples to Marco Island, the historic downtown and more. Charlotte County Transit also offers curb-to-curb services within the county and LeeTran has several hybrid buses that cuts costs to your pocket and the environment. Need reliable transportation for a big event such as a wedding, conference or special date night? Naples Royal Transportation offers livery services to help you make a statement on your most important occasions and milestones.
Feel the Gulf Breeze
Southwest Florida is adjacent to several islands that you’re going to want to frequent — and what better way to do so than by ferry! Palm Island Transit in Englewood offers safe and reliable transport away from the mainland, while jet powered catamarans from Key West Express will take you from Fort Myers Beach or Marco Island to Florida’s archipelago.