Island, Antigua and Barbuda
Getting around Antigua
How to get around Antigua
Distances are short but public transport is thin. Taxis are fixed-rate and pricey; buses run mostly to and from St. John's. Many visitors rent a car.
Ways to get around Antigua
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (fixed rate) | About 30–65 XCD for short trips | Rates are set by the government; agree before you go |
| Minibus | About 3–5 XCD | From St. John's to most villages; slows after dark |
| Rental car | About 150–250 XCD a day | Drive on the left; a temporary local licence is required |
Taxis in Antigua
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis use set rates; ask your hotel to book, and agree fares before you go.
Arriving in Antigua
V.C. Bird International (ANU)
Taxi about US$20–40 (55–110 XCD) to St. John's, Dickenson Bay or Jolly Harbour, 10–25 min; English Harbour about 40 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rare for visitors; narrow, hilly roads and left-hand driving. A temporary licence is needed.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors need a temporary local driving licence (about US$20, from police or rental firms) with a valid foreign licence.
- Onward travel in Antigua and Barbuda: Shared minibuses run from St John's to English Harbour and other towns, but fixed schedules are loose. Taxis have set fares; many visitors rent a car. The Barbuda ferry or a short flight links Barbuda.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Antigua?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis use set rates; ask your hotel to book, and agree fares before you go.
What's the best way to get around Antigua?
Distances are short but public transport is thin. Taxis are fixed-rate and pricey; buses run mostly to and from St. John's. Many visitors rent a car.
How do I get from the airport to Antigua?
Taxi about US$20–40 (55–110 XCD) to St. John's, Dickenson Bay or Jolly Harbour, 10–25 min; English Harbour about 40 min.
Is Antigua walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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