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Neighborhood Shuttles

Take a Ride on San Diego’s Neighborhood Shuttles!

Pacific Beach Shuttle: The Beach Bug

CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE

Beach Bug

FRED

FRED Shuttles

These all-electric, low-speed shuttles provide low-cost or free rides in San Diego. FRED is a neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV) shuttle service that provides a fun and eco-friendly way to get around downtown San Diego! Help reduce traffic and lower greenhouse gas emissions by enjoying a scenic ride on these neighborhood shuttles! Download the Ride Circuit app for your next ride.

The Beach Bug

The Bach Bug logo

The pilot project for the Pacific Beach Shuttle, also known as The Beach Bug, ended on Oct. 31, 2024. The goal is to gather information learned during the pilot and resume with more comprehensive service next year.

Launched in July 2023, the Pacific Beach Shuttle, better known as The Beach Bug, was a neighborhood shuttle service that served the Pacific Beach community. The Beach Bug was run in partnership with the City of San Diego and the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG). 

Service Area

The Beach Bug served the entirety of the Pacific Beach community, including trips to and from the beach and the Balboa Avenue Transit Station.

The Beach Bug Service Area

Service Hours

The Beach Bug is currently not in service.

The Beach Bug Launch Video

 

FRED

FRED transport

FRED has served as a neighborhood shuttle service for the Downtown San Diego community since August 2016. FRED offers an alternative transportation mode to traditional cars and helps increase business at local shops downtown. Come down and try out your new friend, FRED!

Service Area

FRED provides rides to and from all areas downtown, including Little Italy, Gaslamp Quarter, Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, to name a few.

FRED Service Map

Service Hours

Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Cost

  • $2.50 per ride, per person

How to Ride

Download and follow steps in the Ride Circuit app.

Shuttle FAQs

Is this a private or public shuttle?

FRED is a public shuttle. Your ride will be shared with other passengers who also book a ride.

Will the ride pick me up at my exact location?

The shuttle will pick up passengers from "virtual stops" that the rider will be able to see in the Circuit app. If for some reason the shuttle cannot stop for a pickup or drop-off at the virtual stop, the driver will stop in a safe location as close as possible to the stop and call you with instructions.

What is the approximate wait time for the shuttle to pick me up?

The goal wait time is 10 minutes or less. However, in times of high congestion, such as on weekends, the wait time may take longer.

Can groups ride FRED together, or is it only for individuals? 

The shuttle service is available to individuals or groups up to five. When you request the ride via the Circuit app, you will be prompted to select the number of seats needed for your trip.

Will the shuttle be wheelchair accessible?

Yes, a wheelchair accessible ride is available upon request through the mobile Circuit app.

Can I bring my bicycle on the shuttle? 

No, you may not bring large cargo on the shuttle. These shuttles are designed for short trips and small cargo. 

Can kids ride with me?

Yes, kids may ride the shuttles. Children and adults must follow individual state car seat and child passenger laws.

Can I bring my pet on the shuttle? 

Pets are welcome on the shuttles at the discretion of each individual driver and the other passengers in the vehicle. Please speak with your driver when they arrive to confirm it is acceptable. 

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