Coast Transit Authority to End Edgewater Mall Stops
Bus service at the Biloxi mall will conclude on November 8, 2026, as routes shift to a new location.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Coast Transit Authority will cease bus service at Edgewater Mall in Biloxi starting November 8, 2026. This change follows a decision by the mall's management to discontinue access for public transit vehicles.
Why it matters
The service change forces a relocation of the area's Fare Zone to accommodate transit users. Passengers who rely on these specific stops will need to adjust their routines as routes are redirected to the nearby Walmart Supercenter.
The transition affects both the Route 1 Beachcomber Trolley and the Route 34 Pass Road line. Multiple stops are being removed from the system, including locations at the parking garage, Murphy Express Gas Station, and Old Eisenhower Drive.
The players
Coast Transit Authority
This public agency manages transportation services and bus routes throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast region.
Edgewater Mall
Located in Biloxi, this shopping center serves as a primary retail destination for residents in the immediate area.
The details
Coast Transit Authority is rerouting its services to a new Fare Zone location situated at the Walmart Supercenter on CT Switzer Sr. Drive. Management at Edgewater Mall initiated the request to remove all bus stops from their property.
Timeline
November 8, 2026: Bus service at Edgewater Mall ends.
Market Landscape
This move reflects a broader trend of private commercial developers restricting access to public infrastructure on their premises. It positions the Coast Transit Authority to shift its regional passenger traffic toward larger anchor retail locations that maintain current transit partnerships.
Commuters who frequently use the Edgewater Mall transit stops must prepare for the removal of access points at the parking garage, Murphy Express, and Old Eisenhower Drive. Riders will need to transition their travel plans to the new Fare Zone at the Walmart Supercenter on CT Switzer Sr. Drive.
The takeaway
Regular riders are encouraged to review updated route maps to identify the most convenient replacement stops before the November deadline. Planning ahead will help mitigate the inconvenience caused by the loss of direct mall access.
Further reading
For more information on local transit updates and route planning, visit Biloxi Openings & Closings.
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