ECAT - Escambia County Area Transit
Share
ECAT is the fixed route bus system for Escambia County, Florida. The fixed route system operates 15 routes six days a week.
Escambia County Area Transit is a robust bus system providing service to residents in Escambia County, Florida. Established in 1950, ECAT currently has more than 1,500 stops covering 285 miles of routes with a record 1.6 million annual passenger trips. ECAT is a safe, convenient, and affordable mode of transportation throughout the Pensacola area. ECAT provides service through the fixed-route bus, seasonal Pensacola Beach trolley, UWF on-campus trolley, and ADA paratransit transportation. Please note this is a moderated online discussion site and subject to Florida Public Records Laws, and e-discovery laws and policies. ECAT reserves the right to delete unacceptable comments or submissions. The following are examples of unacceptable social networking content and comments. The list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Examples are:
• Profane or obscene language or content;
• Content that promotes fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the bases of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation;
• Violations of employee or rider privacy;
• Solicitations of commerce;
• Infringement on copyrights or trademarks; and,
• Confidential or non-public information. Please note that the opinions and comments expressed on this social media site from others do not reflect the opinions and positions of ECAT, its officers, or employees. If you have any questions concerning the moderation of this page, please contact ECAT at (850) 595-3228.
10/14/2026
🚌 ECAT SERVICE UPDATE FOR THURSDAY, OCT. 15 🚌
Escambia County Area Transit will operate normal bus service Thursday, Oct. 15 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. FlexTransit will run from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Please note the following route modifications:
• Briese Lane on Route 45 North will not be serviced. Riders who need service on Briese Lane will be picked up at Johnson Avenue and Cody Road.
• Route 48 will not run due to debris conditions and impassable roads.
• Ensley Street and Briese Lane on Route 51 will not be serviced. Riders who need service on Ensley Street will be picked up on
• Chemstrand Road at Johnson Avenue during this time.
• The UWF trolleys will not run.
Due to debris conditions on several roads, delays are possible. Please allow additional time when planning your trip. The public’s patience is appreciated during this time.
For additional assistance, please contact Escambia County Area Transit at 850-595-3228.
10/13/2026
🚌 ECAT SERVICE UPDATE FOR WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14 🚌
Escambia County Area Transit will resume normal bus service Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. FlexTransit will run from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Please note the following route modifications:
• Route 48 will not run due to debris conditions and impassable roads.
• Ensley Street on Route 51 will not be serviced. Riders who need service on Ensley Street will be picked up on Johnson Avenue at Vickie Street during this time.
• The UWF trolleys will not run.
Due to debris conditions on several roads, delays are possible. Please allow additional time when planning your trip. The public’s patience is appreciated during this time.
For additional assistance, please contact Escambia County Area Transit at 850-595-3228.
⚠️ECAT UPDATE FOR TUESDAY, OCT. 13:
• ECAT buses, FlexTransit, and the UWF trolleys will not run Tuesday, Oct. 13.
• ECAT will operate only life-sustaining and medical transportation services.
Escambia County Area Transit Administrative Offices will reopen Tuesday, Oct. 13. Note: The customer service main lobby will remain closed, and ECAT ticket sales will not be available.
10/12/2026
❗📅 IMPORTANT CLOSURE INFO FOR MONDAY, OCT. 12:
ECAT administrative offices will be closed Monday, Oct. 12. ECAT buses, FlexTransit, and the UWF trolleys WILL NOT RUN Oct. 12. Transportation for dialysis, medical appointments, and other life-sustaining trips are being coordinated and rescheduled with each facility.
We expect to resume normal operations Tuesday, Oct. 13. Stay tuned to our page and MyEscambia.com for updates. Thank you for your patience!
10/09/2026
❗🚌 ECAT SERVICE ALERT:
Due to unsafe conditions from Hurricane Isaias, ECAT will stop transportation to shelters at 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9.
Please stay safe and follow any instructions from local officials!
10/08/2026
🚌❗ ECAT SERVICE ALERT FOR HURRICANE ISAIAS:
ECAT administrative offices will be closed today, Oct. 8 starting at 2 p.m. and will remain closed Friday, Oct. 9.
ECAT buses, FlexTransit, and the UWF trolleys will not run today, Oct. 8, Friday, Oct. 9, or Saturday, Oct. 10.
Transportation for dialysis, medical appointments, and other life-sustaining trips are being coordinated and rescheduled directly with each facility.
Please stay safe! Follow Escambia County Emergency Management and visit myescambia.com/beready for storm updates and preparedness information.
10/01/2026
🌧️ ⚠️ ECAT Weekend Delays Possible 🚌
With heavy rainfall in the forecast for this weekend, ECAT and FlexTransit riders may experience delays in service.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
09/05/2026
09/03/2026
📅 In observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7, ECAT administration and customer service will be closed, along with the following changes to service:
- ECAT will not run regular bus, UWF, or FlexTransit services. All FlexTransit reservations for Tuesday, Sept. 8 must be made by Friday, Sept. 4.
- The Pensacola Beach Island Trolleys and Seasonal Beach Jumper will run regular service.
Normal ECAT operations will resume Tuesday, Sept. 8.
ℹ For questions or more information about ECAT routes and services, contact us at 850-595-3228.
🚌 Heads up! Pensacola Beach trolley service has been canceled for today, Aug. 20. Regular service is expected to resume tomorrow beginning at 4 p.m. Thank you for your understanding!!
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
Category
Contact the business
Telephone
Website
Address
1515 W Fairfield Drive
Pensacola, FL
32501
Opening Hours
| Monday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Friday | 5:30am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 6:30am - 9pm |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when ECAT - Escambia County Area Transit posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.