There are many ways to get around Bermuda if you are visiting. You can opt for the inexpensive public transportation or the convenience of a rented scooter or mini car, but chances are you will need to get a taxi at some point. Although there are many ways to arrange for a taxi, finding one can be hard depending on where you are located. To make your experience easier, we have created a guide on how to get a taxi in Bermuda.
Taxi Stands
The simplest way to get a taxi in Bermuda is to find one at a taxi stand. There are many taxi stands in Hamilton, mostly on Front Street, as well as in St. George’s and The Royal Naval Dockyard where you can get in the first taxi available. You will also find taxis waiting at hotels if you are near one; Hamilton Princess, Tucker’s Point, The Loren and St. Regis are all hotels that usually have taxis waiting outside. When you arrive on the island via the airport or a cruise terminal there are always taxis waiting outside when visitors are coming.
Flagging Down
If you are out exploring you may not be close to any of the taxi stands mentioned above, in that case you will have to flag down a taxi that is driving by. The first step of this process is to make your way to the nearest main road or bus stop on the same side as the direction you plan to travel in and try to get the attention of any taxi that drives by. Many may drive past with passengers or heading to get passengers, but sooner or later a taxi will stop to take you to your destination. When trying to get a taxi at night, if the yellow light on top is turned off it means they are unavailable.
Taxi Dispatchers
Every taxi licensed in Bermuda must be part of a dispatching company meaning there are a few options to get a taxi directly to your location although the wait times can vary. You can call Bermuda Island Taxi (441-295-4141) or BTA Dispatch (441-296-2121) to send a taxi to your location. However, you may be put on hold at busy times or there can be a delay between when you call for a taxi and when they find a taxi to pick you up. Often times you can flag a taxi down before they find a taxi for you.
There are also Uber like apps available if you are looking for a more modern solution. Bermuda Island Taxi offers the RideBermuda app in addition to their telephone service or you can use Hitch, an app only dispatcher. These apps are the best way to get a taxi if you are out as they are the fastest and most convenient way to get a taxi.
Pre-Arranged Transportation
When you know you will need a taxi at a certain times, it can be helpful to prearrange a taxi. You can prearrange through a dispatcher, but they are not guaranteed to have a taxi available when you need it. The most reliable way to prearrange a taxi is directly through a driver. If you are just visiting you may not have the contact information for a driver and the information is not freely available online. Your best option would be to get the contact information of the driver who picks you up from the airport, they are usually more than happy to give you their business card.
Time to Get a Taxi
No matter how you choose to get around, you now know how to get a taxi in Bermuda. While no single method above will be guaranteed to get you a taxi every time, you will be able to choose the best option depending on the situation you are in. You can find the taxi fare rates below so you have an idea of how much a taxi will cost while you are in Bermuda.
Bermuda Taxi Fares / Rates
