City in Northwest Territories, Canada
Getting around Yellowknife
How to get around Yellowknife
The town is small, but tours and cars are needed for aurora viewing. Taxis and a limited bus network cover the core; there is no rideshare.
Ways to get around Yellowknife
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowknife Transit | 2 CAD single | Three routes, about 7 am–7:45 pm Monday–Saturday; no Sunday or holiday service |
| Taxi | 4.60 CAD plus 2 CAD/km, about 15–22 CAD in town | Book ahead; cars can be scarce at night |
| Aurora tour pickup | Varies by operator | Tours include pickup, heated viewing cabin and guide; book early |
Taxis in Yellowknife
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No Uber or Lyft. Phone a local taxi or ask the hotel to book; in winter, order a car early when temperatures fall.
Arriving in Yellowknife
Yellowknife (YZF)
About 5 km from town: taxi 20–30 CAD, 10 min; many hotels and tour operators offer shuttles.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not applicable; snowmobiles are used for winter tours only. Rental cars are available at the airport.
- 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 Yellowknife?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No Uber or Lyft. Phone a local taxi or ask the hotel to book; in winter, order a car early when temperatures fall.
What's the best way to get around Yellowknife?
The town is small, but tours and cars are needed for aurora viewing. Taxis and a limited bus network cover the core; there is no rideshare.
How do I get from the airport to Yellowknife?
About 5 km from town: taxi 20–30 CAD, 10 min; many hotels and tour operators offer shuttles.
Is Yellowknife walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- VIA Rail
- FlixBus Canada
- City of Yellowknife Transit
- Spectacular NWT (tourism)
- NT Health and Social Services Authority
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