Philadelphia-area beachgoers will have a new, low-cost way to travel to the Jersey Shore this summer. Beginning this weekend, the Jitney Yellow Line is offering round-trip shuttle service from Philadelphia to popular shore destinations for just $5.
The limited-time transportation program is sponsored by Pacifico and is designed to give adults an affordable alternative to driving, while adding extra entertainment before and after each trip.
$5 Roundtrip Beach Travel Available
The seasonal shuttle service will operate on select weekends, offering transportation to three popular New Jersey shore towns:
- Margate: July 17–19
- Wildwood: July 24–26
- Cape May: July 31–Aug. 2
The promotional fare covers both the trip to the shore and the return ride, making it one of the cheapest transportation options available for weekend beach travelers.
Weekend and Day Trip Options
The Jitney Yellow Line is offering two types of travel:
- Weekend trips running from Friday through Sunday
- Saturday day trips for those planning a single-day beach visit
For weekend travelers, buses depart Philadelphia at 7 p.m. on Friday and return from the Jersey Shore at 7 p.m. on Sunday.
The Saturday day-trip buses leave from Pac A Deli, located at 1200 Walnut Street in Center City Philadelphia, and return from the shore at 8 p.m. the same day.
Riders Must Be 21 or Older
Organizers said every shuttle bus has 53 seats, and all passengers must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
Tickets are available for purchase online, and seating is limited for each scheduled trip.
Extra Perks Included with Every Ticket
In addition to transportation, passengers will receive several complimentary items and access to exclusive events sponsored by Pacifico.
Each rider will receive an “Adventure Kit” containing:
- A branded beach towel
- A life jacket-shaped beverage koozie
- Sunscreen
Passengers are also invited to attend themed pre-trip and post-trip parties, where they can socialize with fellow travelers before departing and after returning from the shore.
According to organizers, these gatherings typically last two to three hours.
Complete Shuttle Schedule
Margate Weekend
- Friday, July 17: Weekend shuttle departs from Uptown Beer Garden in Center City to Memories in Margate.
- Saturday, July 18: Day trip between Pac A Deli and Roberts Place in Margate.
- Sunday, July 19: Weekend return trip from Memories back to Uptown Beer Garden.
Wildwood Weekend
- Friday, July 24: Weekend shuttle departs from Independence Beer Garden to Keenan’s in Wildwood.
- Saturday, July 25: Day trip between Pac A Deli and Seaport in Wildwood.
- Sunday, July 26: Return trip from Keenan’s to Independence Beer Garden.
Cape May Weekend
- Friday, July 31: Weekend shuttle departs from Ortlieb’s in Northern Liberties to Rusty Nail in Cape May.
- Saturday, Aug. 1: Day trip between Pac A Deli and Barefoot in Cape May.
- Sunday, Aug. 2: Return trip from Rusty Nail to Ortlieb’s.
Pacifico Says the Program Brings “Baja Vibes” to the East Coast
Pacifico, which is sponsoring the promotion, said the shuttle service is intended to make summer beach trips more enjoyable while reducing the stress of driving and parking.
Royce Carvalho, Pacifico’s Senior Brand Marketing Director, said the company wanted to introduce more East Coast consumers to the brand while embracing one of the region’s favorite summer traditions—traveling to the Jersey Shore.
He said the company hopes the shuttle will remove some of the hassle associated with beach travel while creating a fun group experience for riders.
Affordable Alternative to Driving
The new shuttle service offers travelers a convenient option during the busy summer season, when highways, parking lots and shore traffic are often heavily congested.
With transportation, beach-themed merchandise, and organized social events included for just $5 roundtrip, organizers expect the limited-time promotion to attract beachgoers looking for an inexpensive and hassle-free weekend getaway.
Those interested in riding are encouraged to reserve tickets early, as each shuttle has limited seating and operates only on the scheduled summer weekends.
