Gatlinburg Trolley Schedule 2022 (2024)

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What time do the trolleys run in Gatlinburg? ›

Runs approx. once an hour, 10:30 am • 6:00 pm.

There are no fares or fees to ride the Gatlinburg Trolleys.

Gatlinburg Trolleys operate on a daily basis, serving visitors and residents 365 days a year, providing an easy, free way to get around Gatlinburg.

Once you get to Pigeon Forge, you can relax and leave the driving to us. Pigeon Forge Mass Transit trolleys travel to more than 200 official stops in Pigeon Forge, as well as select locations in Gatlinburg and Sevierville.

The trolley is a super cheap option that allows you to skip the hassle of finding parking for your car, and spares your wallet in the process. Taking exact change only, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg trolley fees range from absolutely free, to 50 cents, and up to $2.50 for an all-day pass.

The Island does have a stop. Anakeesta is in gatlinburg so getting there for the PF trolley system would require taking the PF trolley to the Gatlinburg visitors center and taking a gatlinburg trolley from there. They have a map showing routes and stops.

The trolley leaves Patriot Park and travels to Dollywood continuously, allowing plenty of room for everyone who wants to board! In general, you can expect about 15 minutes between each trolley unless there is some kind of delay due to traffic conditions.

The only way to access the top of the mountain (where the Gatlinburg SkyBridge is located) is to buy an admission ticket at the SkyPark ticket window and then ride the yellow SkyLift chair to the top of the mountain.

Current Ober Gatlinburg Rates:

Tram Only (Ages 5+): $29. Wristband (Ages 5-59): $49. Wristband (Ages 60+): $39. All Activities (Ages 4 and Under): FREE.

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So, when it comes down to it, Pigeon Forge is generally the cheaper option when comparing lodging, activities, and restaurants. However, there are exceptions to every rule.

How late does the Pigeon Forge trolley run? ›

The Pigeon Forge trolley system has a fleet of over 40 vehicles, so there is never a trolley too far away! The trolleys operate daily from 8 a.m. to midnight from March through October, and daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in November and December.

A 2.1-mile ride up the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway will leave you breathless as you take in the panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains.

To board the Purple Route of the Gatlinburg Trolley System, park at the FREE Gatlinburg Park 'N Ride lot/Gatlinburg Welcome Center on Highway 441/the Spur situated between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Trolleys depart about every 45 minutes during route hours from the South end of the Park 'N Ride lot.

Runs year 'round. Departures every 30 minutes.

Pigeon Forge Trolley Stops

You can find a trolley running frequently on Main Street, in Wears Valley, to Dollywood & Dollywood's Splash Country, and to the Gatlinburg Welcome Center. Fares range from $1.00 - $3.00, and children under 3 ride for free. See below for a route breakdown.

All Pigeon Forge Mass Transit routes are operating from 8 a.m. to midnight. at this time. Until further notice, all trolley passengers must wear a mask, per federal guidelines. Please know that parking at Patriot Park is limited due to ongoing construction.

As of Aug 27, 2024, the average weekly pay for a Trolley Driver in Tennessee is $1,329 a week. While ZipRecruiter is seeing salaries as high as $1,868 and as low as $620, the majority of Trolley Driver salaries currently range between $1,151 (25th percentile) to $1,536 (75th percentile) in Tennessee.