Islands, British Virgin Islands
Getting around British Virgin Islands
How to get around British Virgin Islands
Ferries link the islands; on Tortola, taxis and rental cars are the main ways around. Road Town and individual bays are walkable.
Ways to get around British Virgin Islands
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry between islands | About 25–50 USD one way | Speedy's, Road Town Fast Ferry; check timetables and weather |
| Taxi (fixed rates) | About 20–40 USD between towns | Open-air safari taxis; agree before riding |
| Rental car | About 70–110 USD a day | Left-hand driving; local temporary licence about 10 USD required |
Taxis in British Virgin Islands
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Taxis are fixed-rate open-air trucks; ask your hotel to book, and arrange pickup times for remote bays.
Arriving in British Virgin Islands
Terrance B. Lettsome International (EIS)
Beef Island; taxi to Road Town about 15 min, 20–25 USD. Many reach Tortola by ferry from St. Thomas (STT).
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters are limited; steep roads and left-hand driving make cars or taxis safer.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors need a local temporary driving licence (about US$10) from rental agencies or the licensing office, plus their home licence.
- Onward travel in British Virgin Islands: Taxis (open-air safari vans) have set fares; ferries link Tortola with Virgin Gorda, Jost Van Dyke and the US Virgin Islands. Rent a car on Tortola, or charter a boat.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in British Virgin Islands?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Taxis are fixed-rate open-air trucks; ask your hotel to book, and arrange pickup times for remote bays.
What's the best way to get around British Virgin Islands?
Ferries link the islands; on Tortola, taxis and rental cars are the main ways around. Road Town and individual bays are walkable.
How do I get from the airport to British Virgin Islands?
Beef Island; taxi to Road Town about 15 min, 20–25 USD. Many reach Tortola by ferry from St. Thomas (STT).
Is British Virgin Islands walkable?
You'll need transport.
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