GoLine

GoLine
Route 2 bus at the main transit hub in Vero Beach
Route 2 bus at the main transit hub in Vero Beach
Overview
OwnerIndian River County
Transit typeBus System
Number of lines15
Number of stations504 total
Daily ridership5,400 (2025)
Operation
Began operation1992
Operator(s)Senior Resource Association, Indian River County transit
Number of vehicles23

GoLine is the free public bus system of Indian River County, Florida.[1] The system opened in 1992 as the Community Transportation Coordinator (CTC).[2][3] Since then, GoLine has grown to serve 1.35 million passengers during the 2023-2024 fiscal year.[4]

According to Business View magazine, there are currently 504 permanent stops across Indian River County.[5] The main transit hub was constructed in 2017.[6] Since 1992, the Senior Resource Association has operated GoLine.[7]

History

Founding and expansions

GoLine was founded in 1992 and opened in 1994 when fixed route bus service was introduced to meet the growing population of Indian River County.

In the early 2000s, Indian River Transit created several routes within Vero Beach and Sebastian with a connection to Barefoot Bay in neighboring Micco.[8]

In 2006, Indian River Transit rebranded to GoLine.

Transit hub construction

In 2017, the relocation of the main transit hub on 16th street in Vero Beach was completed, creating a modern terminal where 6 lines currently terminate.[9]

FDOT plaque at main transit hub

The south county transit hub opened in April 2017 to expand the GoLine connectivity in Vero Beach South and Florida Ridge. The site of the transit hub is the Intergenerational (IG) Recreation Center.[10]

Partnerships and awards

Awards

The GoLine system has received many awards. In 2011, 2016, 2018, and 2022 GoLine won urban community transportation coordinator of the year for the state of Florida. The GoLine won national urban system of the year award in 2018. Several other awards were granted as well.

GoLine System Awards, as displayed in the main transit hub

Partnerships

Beginning in May 2024, the GoLine partnered with the senior bus service, community coach, to make the network more accessible to seniors in Indian River County.[11][12]

During Hurricane Milton, GoLine partnered with Indian River County Emergency Management Services to provide access to hurricane shelters.[13]

A February 2025 article by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) ranked the system as the most efficient in the state.[14]

Routes

GoLine operates 14 routes in Indian River County, from Indian River County Main Transit hub, South County Transit Hub, and North County Transit Hub. GoLine is open Monday through Friday.[15][16]

Route Map of GoLine at the main transit hub

Link to details about GoLine including route maps, schedules and information.[17]

Route list

Route 1

Serves 29 stops from the Beachside to Main Transit Hub[18]

Route 2

Serves 29 stops from The Indian River Mall to Vero Beach Regional Airport to Main Transit Hub[19]

Route 3

Serves 33 stops from Gifford Health Center to Indian River Hospital to Main Transit Hub[20]

Route 4

Serves 46 stops from IG center to Florida Ridge to Main Transit Hub[21]

Route 5

Serves 40 stops from Sebastian Medical Center to North County Transit Hub[22]

Route 6

Serves 48 stops from IG center to Highlands (Florida Ridge) to Main Transit Hub[23]

Route 7

Serves 33 stops from IG center to the Indian River Mall[24]

Route 8

Serves 34 stops from Gifford Health Center to Main Transit Hub[25]

Route 9

Serves 37 stops from North County Transit Hub to the Indian River Mall[26]

Route 10

Serves 49 stops from Fellsmere to North County Transit Hub[27]

Route 11

Serves 35 stops from the Main Transit Hub to Sebastian River Medical Center[28]

Route 12

Serves 42 stops from Sebastian to North County Transit Hub[29]

Route 13

Serves 39 stops from the Indian River Mall to Vero Beach Outlets[30]

Route 14

Serves 40 stops from Gifford Health Center to the Indian River Mall[31]

Route 15

Serves 9 stops from IG center to Indian River State College (Ft. Pierce)[32]

Fleet and facilities

Fleet

Fleet Numbers Build

Date

Photos Manufacturer Model Engine Transmission
232 2012 Gillig Low Floor 29' Cummins ISL9 Allison B400R
233-234 2013 Low Floor 35'
241-242 2016 Low Floor 29'
245 2017 Cummins L9
246-248 2016 Ford E450 Ford Triton V10 6.8L gasoline
249-250 2016 F550
253-255 2018 Freightliner S2 35' Cummins L9 Allison 2500 PTS
263 2019
266-268 2021 S2 29' Cummins B6.7 Allison 2100 PTS
269-270 2022 S2 35' Cummins L9 Allison 2500 PTS
271-277 2024 Gillig BRT 35' Allison B400R
278 2025 BRT 29'

Facilities

The main transit hub in Vero Beach includes six permanent bus ports for routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8, and a limited stop for route 11. The station also includes outdoor and indoor waiting areas with restrooms as well. Two vending machines are available for guests.[33]

Main Transit Hub
South County Transit Hub
Standard GoLine stop at Barber St. in Sebastian

Most stops consist of a single sign, and there are numerous covered stops as well, like at North and South County Transit Hubs.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Community Coach & Indian River Transit - Public Transit in Vero Beach, FL | VeroBeach.com". verobeach.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  2. ^ seniorresour. "Senior Resources | Transportation | Community Coach | GoLine". Senior Resource Association. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  3. ^ "Community Transportation System". FDOT. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  4. ^ https://indianriver.gov/Document%20Center/Services/Metropolitan%20Planning%20Organization/(TDP)%20-%20TRANSIT%20DEVELOPMENT%20PLAN/TDP_2022.pdf
  5. ^ "Senior Resource Association's GoLine Transit". Business View Magazine. March 19, 2025. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  6. ^ Wixon, Colleen. "Indian River County's new GoLine bus hub opening next month". Treasure Coast. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  7. ^ "Senior Resource Association to Expand Transit Service Hours for GoLine, Community Coach". WQCS. April 25, 2024. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  8. ^ https://indianriver.gov/Document%20Center/Services/Metropolitan%20Planning%20Organization/(TDP)%20-%20TRANSIT%20DEVELOPMENT%20PLAN/TDP_2021.pdf
  9. ^ "2019 40 Under 40: Chris Stephenson". Mass Transit. September 13, 2019. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  10. ^ Wixon, Colleen. "Indian River County's new GoLine bus hub opening next month". Treasure Coast. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  11. ^ "Senior Resource Association to Expand Transit Service Hours for GoLine, Community Coach". WQCS. April 25, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  12. ^ seniorresour. "Senior Services | Transportation | Community Coach". Senior Resource Association. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  13. ^ "Need transportation? Here's how you can get a ride to a local shelter or to safety". WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm. October 8, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  14. ^ Slater, Nick. "Indian River's GoLine bus service is most cost-efficient public transportation in state". Treasure Coast. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  15. ^ "Riding GoLine". www.golineirt.com. Retrieved May 10, 2025.
  16. ^ "Whole Child Indian River: GoLine - Sun May 11 17:39:27 EDT 2025". indianriver.ezshs.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  17. ^ https://www.golineirt.com/GoLineGuide.pdf
  18. ^ "GoLine 1 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  19. ^ "GoLine 2 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  20. ^ "GoLine 3 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  21. ^ "GoLine 4 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  22. ^ "GoLine 5 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  23. ^ "GoLine 6 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  24. ^ "GoLine 7 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  25. ^ "GoLine 8 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  26. ^ "GoLine 9 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  27. ^ "GoLine 10 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  28. ^ "rt 11 Route: Schedules, Stops & Maps - Us 1 & Barber St. (Publix) (Updated)". moovitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  29. ^ "GoLine 12 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  30. ^ "GoLine 13 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  31. ^ "GoLine 14 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  32. ^ "GoLine 15 bus - Vero Beach". transitapp.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
  33. ^ "Community Coach & Indian River Transit - Public Transit in Vero Beach, FL | VeroBeach.com". verobeach.com. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
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