Miami to Key West Day Trip: 7-Mile Bridge & 6 Hours Free

The drive itself is half the trip: the 7-Mile Bridge and the Overseas Highway are the reason people book this route.

A day trip from Miami to Key West aboard an air-conditioned motorcoach crossing 34 islands and 42 bridges, including the iconic 7-Mile Bridge, with a guide sharing local history and culture along the way. You arrive around 11:00 AM with 6 hours of free time to explore Key West's streets, shops and beaches at your own pace, then return to Miami that evening. The return trip is included with the $49 round-trip fare or any activity add-on. If you book the $39 one-way option, you arrange your own return. Water activities (snorkeling, parasailing, glass bottom boat tours, dolphin watching) are available as paid add-ons at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Miami to Key West day trip

• Pickup from hotel early morning
• Travel on motorcoach with Wi-Fi
• Stop briefly for breakfast
• Arrive Key West late morning
• Enjoy 6 hours free time
• Optional water activities available
• Optional Conch Train or Trolley tour
• Depart Key West late afternoon
• Return to Miami at night

The experience

You're picked up from your Miami hotel between 6:10 and 7:30 AM and board a coach with Wi-Fi, a restroom, and enough space to settle in for the drive. The Overseas Highway is the main event: your guide talks through Key West's history and culture as you cross 34 islands connected by 42 bridges, with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Atlantic Ocean on the other. The 7-Mile Bridge is the most famous stretch. It's long enough that you'll feel the water on both sides. A short breakfast stop happens on the way (you buy your own food), then you roll into Key West around 11:00 or 11:30 AM.

Six hours in Key West means you can move at your own speed. The town is small and walkable, so a map and your guide's tips on what to see are enough to get around. Some people head straight to the Southernmost Point or Hemingway House. Others spend the afternoon on the beach or browsing the shops and galleries along the colorful streets. If you want more structure, the Conch Tour Train and Old Town Trolley run narrated loops through the landmarks. Water activities (snorkeling, parasailing, glass bottom boat tours, or dolphin watching) can be added at checkout and happen during your free time. You coordinate the timing when you book.

Departure is around 5:00 or 5:30 PM, and the return to Miami is non-stop, arriving between 9:15 and 10:30 PM. The return is included if you paid the $49 round-trip fare or added any activity. If you chose the $39 one-way option, you'll need to arrange your own way back. The meeting point in Key West is 908 Caroline St. Bring a light jacket. The bus air conditioning can feel cold on a long ride.

What’s included

• Pickup from select Miami hotels (Downtown Miami, Miami Beach, or Regency Miami Airport area) between 6:10–7:30 AM.
• air-conditioned motorcoach with Wi-Fi and onboard restroom.
• guide commentary on Key West's history and culture.
• a brief breakfast stop on the way (food not included).
• 6 hours of free time to explore Key West.
• a city map and guide knowledge to navigate on your own.
• return transport to Miami (included with $49 round-trip fare or any activity add-on).
• snorkeling, parasailing, glass bottom boat tours, or dolphin watching available as paid add-ons at checkout.

Options for this experience

6 options

One-way trip from Miami to Key WestGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeTransportation only: this option covers transportation alone and includes no add-ons. Duration: 5 hours, one way from Miami to Key West, arriving in Key West at 11:30 AM. Travel is by a comfortable motorcoach with a restroom and Wi-Fi. Pickup time falls between 6 AM and 7:30 AM, and the tour operator will confirm the exact time. Pickup is included.

Round-trip journey between Miami and Key WestGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeTransportation only: this option covers transportation alone and includes no add-ons. Duration: 15 hours. Explore Key West for 6 hours free on the island. Round trip: pickups run from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. Arrive in Key West at 11:30 AM, leave Key West at 5:30 PM, and return to Miami at 9 PM. Coach bus: a comfortable motorcoach with a restroom, A/C and Wi-Fi. Pickup is included.

Day trip with snorkeling tripGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeNote: you need to know how to swim to take part in the snorkeling activity. Snorkel instruction and equipment are provided. Key West plus snorkeling trip: ride with us to Key West, then spend three hours snorkeling on the reef. Equipment is provided, and drinks are free on the boat. Duration: 15 hours, including 6 hours free on the island, 3 of which are spent on the boat snorkeling. Meals and drinks are not included on the bus, but drinks are included during the snorkeling activity. Motorcoach and catamaran (snorkel): pickup time varies between 6 AM and 7:30 AM depending on your location, and the tour operator will confirm the exact time. Pickup is included.

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Day trip with glass bottom boatGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDay trip with glass bottom boat: aboard our glass bottom boat, look through the glass panels to discover marine life in Key West without getting wet. Duration: 15 hours, including 6 hours on the island, 2 of which are spent on the glass bottom boat tour. Meals and drinks are not included. Motorcoach and boat in Key West. Pickup time falls between 6 AM and 7:30 AM, and the tour operator will confirm the exact time. Pickup is included.

Day trip with hop on/hop off trolleyGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeHop on-hop off trolley: get a better look at the town on the trolley and visit all the landmarks in a quick, easy way. Duration: 15 hours, including 6 hours on the island. A full trolley ride takes 1.5 hours, but you can take more time getting on and off. Meals and drinks are not included. Motorcoach: a comfortable large bus with a restroom and Wi-Fi. Pickup time falls between 6 AM and 7:30 AM, and the tour operator will confirm the exact time. Pickup is included.

Day trip with dolphin watch tourGuide in English or Spanish · No fixed timeDolphin watch eco tour: see bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (1 to 12 years)

GroupUp to 75

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TRAVEL TO KEY WEST

Is this one for you?Book round-trip if you want a full day in Key West with the return journey included. Choose round-trip plus water activity if you prefer a guided excursion during your free time instead of self-directed exploring, or one-way if you're staying overnight or have separate return plans.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 12 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the drive from Miami to Key West like?

The Overseas Highway crosses 34 islands and 42 bridges over about 3.5 hours each way, with the 7-Mile Bridge as the most striking section. Your guide shares stories about Key West's history and culture during the drive, and there's a brief breakfast stop on the way out.

How much free time do you actually get in Key West?

You have 6 hours from arrival around 11:00 AM until departure around 5:00 PM. That's enough time to walk the main streets, visit a landmark like the Southernmost Point or Hemingway House, grab lunch, and relax. Everything in Key West is close together.

Can I add water activities like snorkeling or dolphin watching?

Yes, snorkeling, parasailing, glass bottom boat tours, and dolphin watching are all available as paid add-ons at checkout. You book the activity in advance, and it happens during your 6 free hours in Key West. The operator coordinates the timing when you purchase.

Is the return trip to Miami included in the price?

The return is included with the $49 round-trip fare or with any activity add-on. If you book the $39 one-way option, the return is not included and you'll need to arrange your own transport back to Miami.

What should I bring on this day trip?

Bring a light jacket or sweater. The air-conditioned coach can feel cool on the long drive. Wear comfortable shoes for walking Key West's streets, and bring sunscreen and a hat if you plan to spend time on the beach or doing water activities.

Where do I meet the tour in Key West?

The meeting point in Key West is 908 Caroline St. Your guide will provide a map and directions when you arrive, and everything in town is within walking distance from there.