City in Saint James, Jamaica
Getting around Montego Bay
How to get around Montego Bay
No metro; taxis are the practical way around. Licensed JUTA taxis and hotel cars are expensive; route taxis and minibuses are cheap but crowded.
Ways to get around Montego Bay
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| JUTA taxi | About US$10–20 for short trips | Red-plated licensed cars; fares quoted in US dollars |
| Route taxi | About 200–500 JMD | Shared cars on fixed routes; marked with red plates |
| Knutsford Express coach | About 2,500–4,500 JMD | Air-conditioned coach to Ocho Rios, Kingston and Negril |
Taxis in Montego Bay
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride-hailing app works here. Use licensed JUTA taxis or hotel cars and agree the fare in advance, usually quoted in US dollars.
Arriving in Montego Bay
Sangster International (MBJ)
Licensed taxi about US$20–30 to the Hip Strip, 15–20 min; resort shuttles and rental cars from the terminal.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rare; driving is on the left on narrow roads. Scooter rental is limited and risky for visitors.
- Driving: on the left. Foreign licences are valid for up to 6 months; rental firms usually accept them. Driving is on the left.
- Onward travel in Jamaica: No rail. Knutsford Express coaches link Kingston, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios and Mandeville; route taxis and minibuses cover short hops. Use JTB-approved taxis (red plates) for tourists.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Montego Bay?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride-hailing app works here. Use licensed JUTA taxis or hotel cars and agree the fare in advance, usually quoted in US dollars.
What's the best way to get around Montego Bay?
No metro; taxis are the practical way around. Licensed JUTA taxis and hotel cars are expensive; route taxis and minibuses are cheap but crowded.
How do I get from the airport to Montego Bay?
Licensed taxi about US$20–30 to the Hip Strip, 15–20 min; resort shuttles and rental cars from the terminal.
Is Montego Bay walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Knutsford Express
- Jamaica Tourist Board
- Jamaica Tourist Board
- Sangster International Airport
- Knutsford Express
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