City in Réunion, Reunion
Getting around Saint-Pierre
How to get around Saint-Pierre
The centre and seafront are walkable. For the volcano, cirques and other towns you need a rental car or an intercity bus; evenings and Sundays are thin.
Ways to get around Saint-Pierre
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Car Jaune intercity bus | About 2–4 EUR | Links Saint-Pierre with Saint-Denis, Saint-Gilles and Saint-Joseph |
| Local bus (Alternéo) | About 1.50 EUR | Covers Saint-Pierre and nearby towns |
| Rental car | About 35–70 EUR a day | Best for the volcano and Cilaos; drive on the right |
Ride-hailing apps in Saint-Pierre
A 5 km ride costs about €10–18 ($11–20).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Works around Saint-Pierre; fewer drivers late at night |
- Taxis are metered and best booked by phone; ride apps work but have fewer drivers outside the main towns.
Arriving in Saint-Pierre
Pierrefonds (RUZ)
About 5 km from town, with limited flights (mostly Mauritius and Mayotte). Most people arrive at Roland Garros (RUN) and drive 1.5 hours or take a bus.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters are available, but hills and traffic are demanding; EU licences are valid, others may need a permit.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are valid; most others are valid for up to a year with a French translation or IDP.
- Onward travel in Reunion: Island buses (Car Jaune and Citalis) cover main routes; a rental car is the norm for hiking trailheads. Roland Garros airport (Saint-Denis) has flights to Paris, Mauritius and Madagascar.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Saint-Pierre?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber.
What's the best way to get around Saint-Pierre?
The centre and seafront are walkable. For the volcano, cirques and other towns you need a rental car or an intercity bus; evenings and Sundays are thin.
How do I get from the airport to Saint-Pierre?
About 5 km from town, with limited flights (mostly Mauritius and Mayotte). Most people arrive at Roland Garros (RUN) and drive 1.5 hours or take a bus.
Is Saint-Pierre walkable?
Walkable center.
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