Island, Saint Barthelemy
Getting around St. Barts
How to get around St. Barts
Taxis and rental cars or small mokes are the main options; there is no public bus. Gustavia and St. Jean can be walked.
Ways to get around St. Barts
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | About 20–40 EUR between main areas | Fixed rates by zone; limited late service |
| Rental car or Mini Moke | About 80–150 EUR a day | Right-hand driving; book early in peak weeks |
| Ferry to Saint-Martin | About 65–80 EUR return | About 45 min; rough crossings can cause seasickness |
Taxis in St. Barts
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Taxis use fixed-ish rates, are dispatched by phone, and wait at the airport and Gustavia harbor.
Arriving in St. Barts
Gustaf III Airport (SBH)
Small airfield with short runway; taxi to Gustavia 5 min, 10–15 EUR. Ferry from Saint-Martin (Marigot or Princess Juliana airport) is popular.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Scooters are available but steep, narrow roads make them risky; most use small cars.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are valid; other foreign licences are accepted for short stays, ideally with an IDP or French translation.
- Onward travel in Saint Barthelemy: There is no public transport. Visitors rent small cars or mini-mokes, or take taxis; ferries and flights connect to Saint Martin and Sint Maarten.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in St. Barts?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Taxis use fixed-ish rates, are dispatched by phone, and wait at the airport and Gustavia harbor.
What's the best way to get around St. Barts?
Taxis and rental cars or small mokes are the main options; there is no public bus. Gustavia and St. Jean can be walked.
How do I get from the airport to St. Barts?
Small airfield with short runway; taxi to Gustavia 5 min, 10–15 EUR. Ferry from Saint-Martin (Marigot or Princess Juliana airport) is popular.
Is St. Barts walkable?
Walkable center.
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