Island in Society Islands, French Polynesia
Getting around Tahiti
How to get around Tahiti
Tahiti has little public transport beyond Le Truck buses on the main coast road. Most visitors rent a car; taxis are very expensive.
Ways to get around Tahiti
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Le Truck (bus) | About 200–350 XPF | Runs on fixed routes by day; infrequent evenings and Sundays |
| Taxi | About 1,500–3,500 XPF | Fixed zone fares, pricier at night |
| Rental car | About 7,000–10,000 XPF a day | Best for exploring the south and east coasts |
| Ferry to Moorea | About 1,200 XPF each way | Aremiti and Terevau, 30–45 min from Papeete |
Taxis in Tahiti
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No Uber, Bolt or Grab. Taxis use set rates and are scarce at night; book through your hotel or a radio taxi.
Arriving in Tahiti
Tahiti Faa'a International (PPT)
Taxi to Papeete about 2,000–3,500 XPF, 10–20 min; some hotels and pensions offer pickups; Le Truck runs from the main road outside.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are limited; traffic is heavy and a licence is required. Most visitors use cars.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for a year after arrival; carry an IDP too, as many rental firms require one.
- Onward travel in French Polynesia: Air Tahiti flies between islands, with multi-island passes; Aremiti ferries reach Moorea in 30–45 minutes. Tahiti's buses are limited and stop early; rent a car or scooter.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Tahiti?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No Uber, Bolt or Grab. Taxis use set rates and are scarce at night; book through your hotel or a radio taxi.
What's the best way to get around Tahiti?
Tahiti has little public transport beyond Le Truck buses on the main coast road. Most visitors rent a car; taxis are very expensive.
How do I get from the airport to Tahiti?
Taxi to Papeete about 2,000–3,500 XPF, 10–20 min; some hotels and pensions offer pickups; Le Truck runs from the main road outside.
Is Tahiti walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- Air Tahiti
- Aremiti ferries
- Aranui (Marquesas freighter-cruise)
- Tahiti Tourisme
- Air Tahiti
- Aremiti ferries
- Vini (mobile operator)
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