Frequently Asked Questions
What is LakeXpress?
LakeXpress is a “fixed route” system that provides service every hour from Lady Lake to Eustis with circulator routes in the cities of Leesburg and Mount Dora.
What are the service hours?
LakeXpress operates Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Buses do not operate on Saturdays, Sundays and the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
In the event adverse weather conditions occur or should the bus need to deviate from the regular schedule an announcement will be made on WLBE 790 AM and will be posted on the News & Updates page of the LakeXpress website.
What is the bus fare?
Exact fare is required for all trups, drivers do not carry change.
|
Full Fare |
Reduced Fare |
| Adult Fare (one way only)
Children under 5 years of age ride FREE accompanied by a fare-paying chaperone |
$1.00 |
|
Seniors
(age 60 years or older) |
|
50¢ |
| Students with valid student I.D. |
|
50¢ |
| Veterans with a DD-214 |
|
50¢ |
| Persons with Disabilities* |
|
50¢ |
| 1 day pass – unlimited rides ** |
$3.00 |
$1.50 |
| 30 day pass – unlimited rides ** |
$30.00 |
$15.00 |
| 10 ride pass ** |
$8.00 |
$4.00 |
* Supporting documenation must be provided.
**
Bus passes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.
Do I have to pay to transfer to another bus?
No. Transfers are free and good to complete a one way trip.
How can I get a schedule?
Schedules and maps are available on all buses, most local libraries, city halls and the County Administration Building. You may also call LakeXpress at (352) 326-8637 and have one mailed to you at no charge. You may view the online version of the schedules.
Where can I catch the bus?
You may board a bus at any established stop or by “flagging” the bus at any safe location along the route. To flag a bus simply signal the driver by raising your hand and the bus will stop at the safest location possible. The bus will not stop in the middle of the block.
Call LakeXpress at (352) 326-8637 for additional information. Customer service representatives are available Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Can someone help me plan my trip?
Yes! Please call LakeXpress at (352) 326-8637 during normal business hours and you will be given the help you need to ride.
I am disabled and use a mobility device. Do the buses have lifts?
Yes, buses are accessible for persons with disabilities.
Are service animals permitted on the buses?
Yes, service animals are welcome on all vehicles.
Do the buses have bike racks?
Yes, buses have bike racks. Please see the information below:
- You are responsible for loading and unloading your bike. For safety reasons, drivers are not allowed to assist you.
- If the rack is full, you will need to wait for the next bus. Bikes are not allowed on the inside of the buses.
- Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult when loading and/or unloading bikes.
- Only single seat, two-wheeled bicycles are permitted in the racks.
- All bikes with a wheel size of 16” or larger fit easily and securely on the rack.
Loading Your Bike
- Pull down the rack (located on the front of the bus). The rack will already be lowered if another bike is in place.
- If only one bike is being loaded, put it in the rack nearest the bus.\
- The bike support arm is in the down position when not in use. Swing the arm up and into position over the front bike wheel. Make sure the support arm is resting on your bike’s tire and not on the fender or frame. A spring pulls the arm back to keep your bike secure. Do not lock your bike in the rack. Return to curbside and board the bus.
Unloading Your Bike
- Tell the bus driver that you are going to remove your bike, then exit through the front door of the bus.
- Remove your bike by releasing the support arm from the front tire. Lift your bike out of the rack. If there are no other bikes on the rack, please return the rack to the upright position.
- Return to the curb with your bike and wait until the bus pulls away and traffic clears before proceeding.
What other public transportation services are available through Lake County?
In addition to LakeExpress, Lake County has the following services:
- Lake County Connection – This service is for people that are transportation disadvantaged and do not have any other means of transportation available to meet their transportation needs.
- ADA Complimentary Service – This service is a door-to-door transportation program for individuals who live along the LakeExpress fixed route who are not able to navigate the fixed route system.
Both of these services have destination restrictions and must meet certain eligibility requirements. For more information, please call Lake County Connection at
(352) 326-2278.
- Agreement with Lynx - The County contracts with Lynx for the following services:
Route 204 is an Express service that runs from the Clermont Park and Ride Lot on US 27/SR 50 to the Lynx Central Station in Downtown Orlando. This route operates in the mornings Monday – Friday with thirty (30) minute headways beginning at 5:30 a.m. and ending at 7:30 a.m. The evening service runs from Lynx Central Station back to Clermont from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with 30 minutes headways.
Route 55 covers the Four Corners Area from the Publix at Summer Bay at Town Square Boulevard and continue west on US 192 to SR 27, to the South Lake Wal-Mart Supercenter on US 27. This route operates every thirty (30) minutes from 6:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
For more information please call LYNX at (407) 841-5969 or visit their website at www.golynx.com
How do I apply for a job as a bus driver?
Bus drivers are hired by MV Transportation and are not county employees. Please contact MV Transportation at (352) 326-2278 / lakecounty97@mvtransit.com to inquire about job opportunities.