Island, Canada
Getting around Prince Edward Island
How to get around Prince Edward Island
A rental car is the practical way to see the island. T3 city buses cover Charlottetown and Summerside; rural buses run weekdays only; Kari, taxis and tours fill gaps.
Ways to get around Prince Edward Island
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| T3 Transit buses | 2 CAD, exact change | Charlottetown, Cornwall, Stratford, Summerside; rural Transit PEI routes run weekdays |
| Taxi | About 12–20 CAD in town | Book ahead; few cars outside Charlottetown |
| Rental car | About 70–150 CAD a day | Book months ahead for July and August |
Ride-hailing apps in Prince Edward Island
A 5 km ride costs about C$12–20 ($8.4–14.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Kari | Island-built app; Charlottetown area, Montague and North Rustico; about 12 CAD average |
| Uride | Local rideshare app also serving the airport |
- Uber and Lyft do not operate on PEI. Use Kari, local taxis or tours; rent a car for the North Shore and Green Gables.
Arriving in Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown (YYG)
Taxi to Charlottetown 20–33 CAD by zone fare, about 15 min; Kari or Uride rideshare; T3 north routes reach the airport area (check timetable); rental cars on site.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are rare; cycling the Confederation Trail is popular in summer. A car is more practical.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for visits (limits vary by province); carry an IDP if yours isn't in English or French.
- Onward travel in Canada: Distances are huge, so fly between regions. VIA Rail links Quebec City, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto; intercity buses are limited outside Ontario and Quebec. Rent a car for parks.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Prince Edward Island?
No. Use Kari, Uride instead.
What's the best way to get around Prince Edward Island?
A rental car is the practical way to see the island. T3 city buses cover Charlottetown and Summerside; rural buses run weekdays only; Kari, taxis and tours fill gaps.
How do I get from the airport to Prince Edward Island?
Taxi to Charlottetown 20–33 CAD by zone fare, about 15 min; Kari or Uride rideshare; T3 north routes reach the airport area (check timetable); rental cars on site.
Is Prince Edward Island walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- VIA Rail
- FlixBus Canada
- Tourism PEI
- Charlottetown Airport ground transportation
- T3 Transit fares
- Confederation Bridge
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