Bermuda Transportation

Airport from the bus 2007

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Airport from the bus 2007
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Reviews from VirtualTourist Members

Horse and carriage ride through Hamilton

by VeronicaG

It was SOOOOOOO romantic to hire a horse and buggy to tour Hamilton at night under the star studded sky. The cost was $30 per half hour. The price was worth it--moseying through the streets at night with the scent of bouganvillea heavy in the air. WONDERFUL!The horse plodded along the streets and the town slowly unfolded to us. Several shops were opened late into the evening, while others were closed tight...their windows proudly boasting of offerings within.We passed couples slowly walking arm in arm, families jostling along the sidewalks and souvenir hunters browsing through stores. It was a tranquil, mellow evening in Bermuda.

Taxis are plentiful

by easterntrekker

Since you can't rent a car in Bermuda , taxi's often fit the bill when trying to get around. It cost us $20.00 from the airport for two people and luggage. Taxi's are metered and a fair price. 10% tips are the norm.

Pink Buses of Bermuda

by easterntrekker

The public transportation system in Bermuda is first rate . The buses are plentiful, AC, and clean . Bus stops are identified by pink and blue poles. For $12.00 a day you can use your day pass on any bus and ferry . It's a great way to see the whole island.

Take a ferry

by easterntrekker

Bermuda’s public ferries are a great alternative to the bus or bike. They are often faster and the views more spectacular. All ferries depart from the Hamilton Ferry Terminal on Front Street, Hamilton. A ferry service plies the waters between Hamilton, Paget and Warwick, or from Hamilton to Ireland Island and to St. George’s .Only transportation passes, tickets and tokens are acceptable (not cash) and these can be purchased at the visitor center or the terminal and some hotels.It's only a 25 minute enjoyable ride to the Dockyard from Hamilton!!

Conserve Gas -- It's expensive

by peterd1331

If you plan to drive or rent a motorscooter in Bermuda, try to to conserve gas because it's very expensive! You europeans should not be alarmed, but if you're from the US, you can expect gas prices more than double what you pay here.What To Buy: Regular Gas, nothing fancy.What To Pay: You can expect to spend $6 or $7 per gallon, on par with Europe, double USA

Do not rent Scooters!

by peterd1331

There are many comon senseical reasons not to rent scooters on Marco Island:- The roads are narrow, dangerous and are opposite for Americans- They are not always as reliable as you would hope- There are too many stupid tourists who are bad driver renting them already- They are rip-offs- The busses are cheap!- Walking is nice- There are even bike paths - rent bikes! Instead you should:- Invest in the bus system (very cheap)- Rent a bike- Walk as much as possible and take busses when necessary- Take taxies (a little expensive, but they will also priovide tours of the island if you ask for a good price)If you must rent one, you should either :- Be very careful- Drive slowly- WEAR A HELMET- Keep tank as full as possible- Lock it up at night- Enjoy anyway, but be careful and alert!

Rent Bikes! They're fun and you can ride anywhere!

by peterd1331

You can rent bikes for a relitively low fee at a variety of bike rental places and ride them on the old Rail Trail which runs almost the whole lenth of the island. There are some places where it is paved. Believe it or not, you may see a car on some parts because for some peole, driving on a short stretch of this trail is the only way to get to their houses! It's relitively flat and fun for the entire family. However, some sections are more senic, so ask a concierge or somone willing to help to find the best place to ride.Of course, you can bike on the roads too, but be aware of which side to ride on. Also, the roads can be narrow and windey. There are also ferries to/from various places on the island, and I believe you can put your bike on the busses (they have bike carriers)Enjoy!

Drivers Beware!

by peterd1331

With no rental car service available, visitors to Bermuda are often enticed by motorbikes. Road conditions are very good throughout the region, but outside larger towns and cities, visitors should watch for narrow roads that may not have much shoulder.Drivers stay to the left-hand side of the road, making conditions more hazardous for vacationers from America and many other parts of the world. Use particular caution when driving at night.Speed limits all over the island are low: 15 mph in the main city of Hamilton, 20 mph in the countryside. Pedestrian and bicycle traffic is another concern and a good reason to observe speed limits and road signs. Vacationers who have rented mopeds or scooters should be aware that they are required to wear a helmet at all times.Vacationers who opt to drive in Bermuda may be pleasantly surprised by the courtesy shown by native drivers. Taking a few...

BDA Airport in 1963

by grandmaR

Two ways to get to Bermuda - plane and boat. Both times I went to Bermuda by plane. I'd love to go on our boat sometime, but I doubt it will happen. The third time we went by cruise ship which was a compromise and was cheaper than flying in and staying in a hotel.The photo below shows the kind of plane that was going to Bermuda in 1963. It has propellers on it. There is a big fire extinguisher next to the building and the man in uniform is wearing Bermuda shorts.Currently, airlines that fly to Bermuda are: American Airlines www.aa.com Air Canada www.aircanada.com Continental www.continental.com Delta www.deltaairlines.com British Airways www.britishairways.com US Air www.usair.com

Bermuda’s public ferries

by Ekahau

Bermuda’s public ferries are a great way to see the Sea and views. All ferries depart from the Hamilton Ferry Terminal on Front Street, Hamilton. Only transportation passes, tickets and tokens are acceptable (not cash) and these can be purchased at various locations. Again I got my pass $12 good for bus or ferry at my hotel desk There are 4 Bermuda ferry routes: * Pink - Hamilton – Paget - Warwick * Blue - Hamilton - West End - Royal Naval Dockyard * Green - Hamilton - Rockaway Express * Orange – Hamilton – Royal Naval Dockyard - St George - only - April 12th to November 12th 2004)