City Services
Free Rides Around Town: How to Use Freebee in Miami Gardens
Freebee offers free, on-demand rides within its Miami Gardens service area.
Need a ride to the grocery store, the park, or a city program? Many Miami Gardens residents don't know that the city offers free, door-to-door rides through Freebee. Here is how the service works and how to book your first ride.
Cost: Free. Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week. Book: the Ride Freebee app (iPhone and Android) or call 855-918-3733. Last call: requests must be in at least 30 minutes before closing.
What is Freebee?
Freebee is an on-demand ride service the City of Miami Gardens offers to help residents get around the city. Rides are free and door-to-door within the service area, and the service uses shared rides and electric vehicles. The city describes the goal as improving access to essential resources, reducing traffic, and making it easier to reach local shops, restaurants, and community destinations.
How to book a ride
Option 1: The app
Download the Ride Freebee app from the App Store or Google Play, create an account, and tap to request a ride. Enter your pickup and drop-off, and the app will show you when your ride is on the way.
Option 2: Call
No smartphone? Call 855-918-3733 to request a ride by phone. This is a great option for older residents or anyone who prefers to talk to a person.
Plan around closing time
Requests must be received at least 30 minutes before the 7:00 p.m. closing time. Afternoons can be busy, so book early when you can.
Where Freebee goes
Freebee picks up and drops off anywhere within its Miami Gardens service area. Popular destinations listed by Freebee include:
Community spots
Co-Space (17161 NW 27th Avenue), Walt Frazier Park (3201 NW 185th Street), and the YWCA Intergenerational Center (3450 NW 199th Street).
Groceries and errands
Publix at Ives Dairy Crossing (19955 NW 2nd Avenue), Presidente Supermarket on NW 199th Street, and Presidente Supermarket on NW 7th Avenue.
Places of worship
Including the Islamic Center of Greater Miami (4305 NW 183rd Street).
The full list of destinations is in the app. If you are not sure whether your address is inside the service area, enter it in the app or ask when you call.
Who can ride?
The city promotes Freebee as a service for Miami Gardens residents. Freebee's own website lists the Miami Gardens zone under a senior service, so eligibility rules may apply. Call 855-918-3733 or check the city's Freebee page to confirm before your first ride.
Ways to use it this month
Freebee can help you get to many of the things happening around the city in October, from Talk with the Doc and the Chase financial literacy session to City University Partnership classes. See our roundup of city programs this October and our guide to the City University Partnership.
Early voting runs October 19 to November 1. If your early voting site is inside the Freebee zone, it could be a free way to get there. Our early voting guide lists the closest sites.
Frequently asked questions
Is Freebee free in Miami Gardens?
Yes. Freebee offers free, door-to-door rides within its Miami Gardens service area.
What are Freebee’s hours in Miami Gardens?
Freebee operates from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week. Ride requests must be received at least 30 minutes before closing.
How do I request a Freebee ride in Miami Gardens?
Use the Ride Freebee app on iPhone or Android, or call 855-918-3733.
Where does Freebee go in Miami Gardens?
Freebee picks up and drops off anywhere within its Miami Gardens service area, including destinations such as Co-Space, Walt Frazier Park, the YWCA Intergenerational Center, and local grocery stores. The full list is in the app.
Service details are from the City of Miami Gardens and Freebee as of October 9, 2026, and may change. Confirm hours, eligibility, and the service area with Freebee or the city. Published: October 9, 2026.
