Work & Play with PSTA's New Connected Community Bus Network
PSTA’s network just got a major glow-up. We’re ending the year faster and more connected than ever. And a whole new bus service along 34th St will Spark connections between Downtown and South St. Pete. There’s never been a better time to try riding PSTA.
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The New PSTA Network is Clear, Consistent, and Connected
The Connected Community Bus Network (CCBN) is a brand-new, redesigned bus network with the goal of improving overall services that optimize ridership and coverage. Let’s dive into the changes.
New One-Seat Rides (No Transfers)
Skip the wait and get there directly:
- Route 4: PSTA complex to Skyway Marina
- Route 9: South St. Pete to Gateway Mall
- Route 38: Madeira Beach to Downtown St. Pete

- Route 65: Indian Shores to Seminole City Center
- Route 78: Park Street to Northwest Transfer Center (Tampa)
Premium & Frequent Service
Five routes now run every 20 minutes or less:
- SunRunner (Beach express)
- Spark (New premium service on 34th St S)

Routes 4, 52, & 60

Spark: Your New Premium Ride
All-electric buses running every 15 minutes from Eckerd College to Grand Central Station, featuring:
- Upgraded stations with real-time information
- Lighted totems and shelters
- Front and rear door boarding
- Direct connection to SunRunner for downtown and beach access
Spark connects downtown to South St. Pete with frequent, easy service, making your commute a breeze.

Click here to learn more about spark
Shop local along the Spark line!

Click here to see the businesses that have partnered with Spark
Snapper: On-Demand Zones
New on-demand service is now available Clearwater and Safety Harbor. Request a ride anywhere within the zone to major destinations like Countryside Mall and Park Street Terminal.

Find out more about Snapper service
Better Weekend Service
Most routes now run 7 days a week with improved Sunday frequencies. Weekend adventures just got easier!
More Route Changes Made Simple
Additional Routes Getting Frequency Boosts:
- Suncoast Beach Trolley & Jolley Trolley: Alternating every 15 minutes, 7 days a week
- Routes 4 & 9: Sunday service improved from hourly to every 30 minutes
New Route Variants (A & B Options):
Routes 4, 9, 18, 52, 59, 74, and 78 now have A and B variants for clearer destinations. Just look for the letter on your bus’s headsign above the windshield.
Route Replacements:
Some routes are getting new numbers for better efficiency:
- Route 34 becomes the new Spark premium service
- Route 7 becomes Routes 9B & 29
- Route 68 becomes Routes 18, 38 & Beach Trolley
- And more