Capital city, Mauritius
Getting around Port Louis
How to get around Port Louis
Metro Express light rail links Port Louis with Rose Hill and Curepipe; buses cover the island from the Victoria and Immigration Square terminals. Taxis fill gaps.
Ways to get around Port Louis
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Express | From about 20 Rs | Light rail from Port Louis to Curepipe; tap a card at the gate |
| Bus (National Transport Corporation) | About 30–80 Rs | Victoria Station buses to Grand Baie, Flic en Flac and the airport region |
| Taxi | About 350–700 Rs for 5 km | Agree prices first; metered taxis are rare |
Ride-hailing apps in Port Louis
A 5 km ride costs about Rs350–700 ($7.3–14.6).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yugo | Local app; best in the capital and Ebène |
- Taxis wait at Caudan and the bus stations. Agree fares or use Yugo.
Arriving in Port Louis
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International (MRU)
About 45 km away; taxi 1,800–2,500 Rs, about 50 min, or bus via Mahébourg and Rose Hill.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Home licence is accepted for short stays; carry an IDP if it is not in English or French.
- Onward travel in Mauritius: Public buses cover the island cheaply but slowly; taxis are fixed-price and pricey. Most longer stays rent a car or scooter. Rodrigues is reached by flight or ferry.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Port Louis?
No. Use Yugo instead.
What's the best way to get around Port Louis?
Metro Express light rail links Port Louis with Rose Hill and Curepipe; buses cover the island from the Victoria and Immigration Square terminals. Taxis fill gaps.
How do I get from the airport to Port Louis?
About 45 km away; taxi 1,800–2,500 Rs, about 50 min, or bus via Mahébourg and Rose Hill.
Is Port Louis walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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