Town in Western Australia, Australia
Getting around Broome
How to get around Broome
Town is small, but the Cable Beach and Chinatown areas are spread out. Buses, taxis and rental cars link them; tours cover the Kimberley.
Ways to get around Broome
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Broome Bus | About A$3–5 | Links Chinatown, Cable Beach and the airport area; limited hours |
| Taxi | About A$20–35 for 5 km | Book ahead for evenings and the airport |
| Rental car or 4WD | From about A$80 a day | Needed for Gibb River Road and Cape Leveque |
Taxis in Broome
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Local taxis operate but book ahead; rideshare availability is limited. Tours often include pickups.
Arriving in Broome
Broome International (BME)
About 5 min from town; taxi roughly A$20–30 to Cable Beach or Chinatown, or the shuttle for a few dollars.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rare. Bicycle and e-bike hire are available, but heat and distances limit use.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence; carry an IDP or official English translation if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in Australia: Distances are huge, so fly between capitals (Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar). Greyhound coaches run the east coast; long-distance trains are scenic but slow. Rent a car for the outback.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Broome?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Local taxis operate but book ahead; rideshare availability is limited. Tours often include pickups.
What's the best way to get around Broome?
Town is small, but the Cable Beach and Chinatown areas are spread out. Buses, taxis and rental cars link them; tours cover the Kimberley.
How do I get from the airport to Broome?
About 5 min from town; taxi roughly A$20–30 to Cable Beach or Chinatown, or the shuttle for a few dollars.
Is Broome walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Greyhound Australia
- Journey Beyond Rail (The Ghan, Indian Pacific)
- Transport for NSW (NSW TrainLink)
- Queensland Rail Travel
- Broome International Airport
- Shire of Broome
- WA Country Health Service
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