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EC Rider to provide direct connections between Fort Walton Beach and Destin

On Monday, May 20, 2024, Okaloosa County’s bus service, EC Rider, will implement a service modification for Destin Route 30 to provide direct public transportation connections between Fort Walton Beach and Destin. The modified Destin Route 30 will operate an hourly service between Elder Service, Publix in Fort Walton Beach, Publix at Shoppes at Paradise […]

Okaloosa County Public Information Office

On Monday, May 20, 2024, Okaloosa County’s bus service, EC Rider, will implement a service modification for Destin Route 30 to provide direct public transportation connections between Fort Walton Beach and Destin.

  • The changes aim to improve frequency and service to stops along the route.

The modified Destin Route 30 will operate an hourly service between Elder Service, Publix in Fort Walton Beach, Publix at Shoppes at Paradise Pointe (FWB), and Target/Winn Dixie in Destin.

  • The route will also provide a connection from Destin to Okaloosa Island Boardwalk, connecting with Destin Route 30 and Okaloosa Route 20 at the top of each hour.

The changes will increase the frequency of service between Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island, as well as Okaloosa Route 20. Additionally, Destin Route 30 will connect with Destin Route 32 at Winn Dixie in 98 Palm Plaza at the bottom of each hour.

The service modification aims to provide local service within Destin to key destinations, including Target, Winn Dixie, and Destin Harbor. The improved connectivity and frequency are expected to benefit residents and visitors who rely on public transportation in the area, according to the county.

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  1. Why don’t the bus run on weekends people work on weekends also and need transportation the to

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