ORLANDO, Fla. — Waymo, a driverless rideshare service, is now open to everyone in Orlando and Miami.
What You Need To Know
Waymo is now open to everyone in both Miami and Orlando via the Waymo app
In Orlando, the service connects neighborhoods like Parramore, Richmond Heights, Williamsburg, Florida Center and Southwest Orlando
Those in Miami can opt-in to early access to trips using highways, which is not currently available in Orlando
The service first launched in February after more than six months of testing to a limited amount of people.
Since then, Waymo says its seen more than 150,000 riders in both Orlando and Miami.
In Orlando, Waymo connects neighborhoods like Parramore, Richmond Heights, Williamsburg, Florida Center and Southwest Orlando.
This map shows Waymo’s service area in the Orlando area. (Courtesy of Waymo)
Waymo vehicles in Orlando currently do not operate on freeways, and that means no Interstate 4 and no access to the airport, at least for now.
The vehicles also do not currently travel on the east side of I-4 in downtown Orlando.
Over in Miami, highway access is rolling out with the launch to all residents and visitors.
“Whether you’re commuting from Coral Gables to Wynwood or heading to Miami Beach, highway driving can allow for faster routes across the city,” Waymo said in a blog post on Wednesday. “To be among the first to have access to highways in Miami, let us know directly in the app.”
Those who want to take a ride must download the Waymo app.