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How to get from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach

Delray Beach is a sunny city located on Florida’s southeast coast. From gazing at the artwork in the Pineapple Grove Arts District to enjoying a relaxing tea ceremony at the lakeside Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, there are so many fun and unique things to do in Delray Beach. 

To begin enjoying all of the exciting things this city has to offer, there are two transfer options from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach; taxi or the tri-rail. Taking a private airport taxi is the quickest option, with a journey time of 25 minutes and a cost of around $30 (€28). Taking the Tri-Rail, on the other hand, will take closer to 1 hour to reach Delray Beach, as it isn’t direct, but it costs just $4.50 (€4.20) per traveller.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to West Palm Beach at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Taxi €28 25min 24/7
Tri-Rail €8.40 60min 04:06–20:46

How to get from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach by taxi

If you’re looking for a quick and relaxing way to get from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach, taking a taxi is the best option. This door-to-door service takes just 25 minutes and an airport taxi will cost around $30 (€28).

How much is a taxi from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach?

The local taxis at the airport will use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your fare. The exact fare for your journey from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach will depend on the levels of traffic and your exact destination but will be around $30 (€28). 

If you’re looking for a fixed rate fare you can count on for your transfers in Florida, you can book in advance with Welcome Pickups instead.

Cost

$30 (€28)

Trip Duration

25 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day at West Palm Beach Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at West Palm Beach Airport?

Taxis are located directly outside of the arrivals hall on the ground floor. You will see a long line of taxis waiting to pick you up as soon as you exit the airport.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from West Palm Beach to Delray Airport is quick and easy. You won’t need to worry about navigating public transport or needing change to pay for the different legs of your journey. Instead, you can make your way in a private car all the way to the door of your hotel in Delray Beach.

Editor’s Note

You can bring up to 4 passengers in a Palm Beach Airport taxi, so splitting the cost will lower the price per person for a convenient transfer.

Useful Tips

Some West Palm Beach Airport taxis accept card payments, ask before getting in the taxi.
The airport taxis use taximeters, so the actual cost of your journey may vary.
Tipping your taxi driver around 10-15% is expected.

How to get from West Palm Beach Airpot to Delray Beach by tri-rail

If you’re looking for a more budget-friendly way to get from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach, taking public transport is a good option. However, there’s no direct train from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach. You will first have to take the 44 Palm Tran bus from the airport to the West Palm Beach Tri-Rail station, then take the Tri-Rail train from there to Delray Beach. The total journey time is around 1 hour and the cost will be $4.50 (€4.20) one-way. 

How much is the train from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach?

The cost of a single ticket on the 44 Palm Tran bus is $2 (€1.90), then the cost of riding one ‘zone’ on the Tri-Rail is $2.50 (€2.30). That makes the cost of your journey from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach $4.50 (€4.20).

Cost

$4.50 (€4.20)

Trip Duration

60 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 20 minutes for the 44 Palm Tran bus and 40 minutes for the Tri-Rail.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The 4 Palm Tran bus runs from 07:06 to 19:11 during the week and 09:12 to 17:02 on Sundays. The Tri-Rail is available from 04:06 to 20:46.

Where do I find the Tri-Rail at West Palm Beach Airport?

Unfortunately, the Tri-Rail doesn’t run from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach. You will first need to take the 44 Palm Tran to the West Palm Beach Tri-Rail station.

Convenience

Although a cheaper transfer option, the short running hours and the changes make taking the Tri-Rail from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach a little slow and difficult. Once you reach Delray Beach, you will also need to find alternate transport to get to your hotel.

Editor’s Note

If you're landing after 19:00, the public transport option won't be available. In this case, we suggest pre-booking a transfer with Welcome Pickups for your convenience, or opting for a regular airport taxi.

Useful Tips

There's no luggage storage on public transport, so try to travel ligh for your comfort.
The 44 Palm Tran stops running before the Tri-Rail, make sure you check the schedules before travelling.
You can purchase your Tri-Rail tickets from the machines at the station.

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Frequently asked questions

What are my options for transportation from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach?

You have two transfer options from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach; taxi or the tri-rail. Taking a private airport taxi is quick and easy, with a journey time of 25 minutes and a cost of $30 (€28). Taking the tri-rail will take closer to 1 hour, as it isn’t direct, but the cost is just $4.50 (€4.20) per person.

What’s the distance from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach?

The distance from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach is 30 km. The journey will take 25 minutes in a private airport taxi or 60 minutes if you choose to use public transport.

What’s the cost of a taxi from West Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach?

The average cost of a taxi from Palm Beach Airport to Delray Beach is $30 (€28). However, this fare will be calculated using a taximeter. If you’d prefer a fixed fare, you can pre-book your personalised airport taxi ride with Welcome Pickups and enjoy complete peace of mind.

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