The easiest way to get around Eureka Springs, no parking required
The Eureka Springs Trolley is the easiest way to get around town. Color-coded routes loop continuously between downtown, hotels, and major attractions, so there's no schedule to memorize and no parking spot to hunt for.
Know exactly when the next trolley's coming, you can now track it live from your phone.
Buy in advance with a credit card at the Eureka Springs Transit & Welcome Center (137 W. Van Buren) or the Planer Hill Park & Ride (Hwy 62W & 23N).
Flag down any trolley at any stop around town and pay as you go.
The trolley runs continuous loops on color-coded routes connecting the downtown historic district with outlying hotels, attractions, and parking areas. No strict schedule to memorize, just hop on wherever you see a stop.
View the Route MapRoutes run reduced service in winter months. Routes may expand on festival weekends.
Open-air windows, vintage styling, and drivers who double as unofficial tour guides turn every ride into a rolling tour past historic hotels and Ozark hillside views. Here's where to hop off along the way:
Eureka Springs is built into the hills, so free parking is limited. A little planning goes a long way.
Note: unpaid meters and City lots can result in tickets; unpaid private lots can result in towing. Always plug the meter or drop the fee in the box.
Places to Stay in Eureka Springs
Nearly every hotel in the historic district has a trolley stop within walking distance. Browse family-friendly and historic lodging options across town.
An Adult All-Day Pass on the Eureka Springs Trolley costs $6, and a One-Ride Pass is $4. Other 2026 fares include a $10 Adult Two-Day Pass, a $2 Child’s Pass (ages 7–11), and a $4 Late Rider Special with unlimited rides during the last two hours of service. Frequent riders can buy a 30-Day Pass for $27, or $17 for seniors 65+, disabled riders, and students 16 and under.
You can buy passes in advance with a credit card at the Eureka Springs Transit & Welcome Center (137 W. Van Buren) or the Planer Hill Park & Ride (Hwy 62W & 23N). You can also flag down any trolley at any stop and pay cash on board. Many visitors stay close to a stop, so browse places to stay in Eureka Springs to find lodging on a trolley route.
Yes. You can track the Eureka Springs Trolley live from your phone on Google Maps or the Trolley Website, so you’ll know exactly when the next trolley is coming. Live tracking makes it easy to plan your day around town, whether you’re heading to one of our favorite Eureka Springs restaurants or exploring downtown shops and galleries.
If you’re staying overnight, park at your lodging. Nearly every hotel, inn, and B&B in Eureka Springs has a trolley stop within walking distance. If you’re visiting for the day, park at the Transit & Welcome Center or Planer Hill Park & Ride. Both charge $5 for all-day parking, and every trolley route stops there. Buy an Adult All-Day Trolley Pass at either location to get a $2 parking discount.
You’ll also find metered spots on Main and Spring Street and free parking at three trolley stops: the City lot on North Main (Blue & Yellow Routes, Stop #73), Pine Mountain Village (Blue Route, Stop #53), and the Great Passion Play (Blue & Yellow Routes, Stop #38). Unpaid meters and City lots can result in tickets, and unpaid private lots can result in towing.
For more ways to plan ahead, see our Eureka Springs travel tips.
If you’re staying overnight, park at your lodging. Nearly every hotel, inn, and B&B in Eureka Springs has a trolley stop within walking distance. If you’re visiting for the day, park at the Transit & Welcome Center or Planer Hill Park & Ride. Both charge $5 for all-day parking, and every trolley route stops there. Buy an Adult All-Day Trolley Pass at either location to get a $2 parking discount.
You’ll also find metered spots on Main and Spring Street and free parking at three trolley stops: the City lot on North Main (Blue & Yellow Routes, Stop #73), Pine Mountain Village (Blue Route, Stop #53), and the Great Passion Play (Blue & Yellow Routes, Stop #38). Unpaid meters and City lots can result in tickets, and unpaid private lots can result in towing.
For more ways to plan ahead, see our <a href=”/blog/”>Eureka Springs travel tips</a>.
Yes. The Eureka Springs Trolley is public transportation, though its drivers often double as unofficial tour guides. For a fully narrated experience, take a Eureka Springs Tram Tour, a 90-minute guided tour of the historic district on an open-air, trolley-style tram that passes the 1886 Crescent Hotel and many historic healing springs.
Tours depart from the Eureka Springs Transit & Welcome Center (137 W. Van Buren) at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, running March through October, with November tours weather permitting. It’s a great first-day activity before exploring more Eureka Springs arts and history on your own.