Capital city, French Guiana
Getting around Cayenne
How to get around Cayenne
A rental car is the norm; the town is small but public transport is sparse. Shared taxis link Cayenne with Kourou and Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, though schedules are loose.
Ways to get around Cayenne
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Rental car | About 40–70 EUR a day | Best way to reach Kourou, beaches and trails |
| Taxi (phone-booked) | About 12–25 EUR in town | No street hailing in practice; call a dispatcher |
| Shared taxis (taxis collectifs) | About 15–25 EUR to Kourou | Leave when full from the gare routière; ask locally |
Taxis in Cayenne
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis are scarce and pricey; call a dispatcher or have your hotel book.
Arriving in Cayenne
Félix Éboué (CAY)
About 16 km south, 20–30 min. Taxi roughly 40–55 EUR; rental cars at the terminal. Few buses.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are valid; other foreign licences are accepted for short stays, ideally with an IDP or French translation.
- Onward travel in French Guiana: A rental car is the practical way along the coast road; shared taxis (taxis collectifs) are infrequent. Pirogues and small planes reach river villages such as Maripasoula and Saül.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Cayenne?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing apps. Taxis are scarce and pricey; call a dispatcher or have your hotel book.
What's the best way to get around Cayenne?
A rental car is the norm; the town is small but public transport is sparse. Shared taxis link Cayenne with Kourou and Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, though schedules are loose.
How do I get from the airport to Cayenne?
About 16 km south, 20–30 min. Taxi roughly 40–55 EUR; rental cars at the terminal. Few buses.
Is Cayenne walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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