Capital city in Capital Governorate, Kuwait
Getting around Kuwait City
How to get around Kuwait City
Kuwait City is built for cars. Use Careem or Uber for most trips; buses are cheap but slow and rarely used by visitors. No metro yet.
Ways to get around Kuwait City
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Careem / Uber | 2–4 KWD for 5 km | Main way to get around; cards accepted |
| Taxi | Negotiate first | Agree the fare; meters are rarely used |
| KPTC bus | Under 1 KWD | Limited routes and slow; schedules in Kuwait Public Transport Co. app |
Ride-hailing apps in Kuwait City
A 5 km ride costs about KD2–4 ($6.5–13.0).
- Use apps; street taxis rarely use meters and may overcharge visitors.
Arriving in Kuwait City
Kuwait International (KWI)
Taxi or app to Kuwait City/Salmiya about 4–8 KWD, 20–30 min. Terminal 1 is closed in 2026; check which terminal your airline uses.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Visitors can usually drive on their home photocard licence; paper licences need an IDP.
- Onward travel in Kuwait: A small country where driving and ride-hailing dominate. Public buses run but are slow and used mostly by workers; there is no rail.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Kuwait City?
Yes. Apps that work here: Careem, Uber.
What's the best way to get around Kuwait City?
Kuwait City is built for cars. Use Careem or Uber for most trips; buses are cheap but slow and rarely used by visitors. No metro yet.
How do I get from the airport to Kuwait City?
Taxi or app to Kuwait City/Salmiya about 4–8 KWD, 20–30 min. Terminal 1 is closed in 2026; check which terminal your airline uses.
Is Kuwait City walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- Kuwait Public Transport Company
- Kuwait Visa (Ministry of Interior)
- Kuwait International Airport
- Kuwait Public Transport Company
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.