Taxis & Buses in Sint Maarten
Taxis are priced by zone and public minibuses run the main roads. Here is how fares work, what surcharges to expect, and a calculator to price your trip.
Taxis
Taxi fares are set by zone, not by a meter. A single published fare covers one or two passengers for the whole trip; for three or more, the fare is charged per person, with a separate rate for larger groups of six and up. The official published rates for every zone pair are shown below — pick a side and your route to see the price.
Work out your fare
Use the calculator to price a specific trip, including the time of day and any extras.
Surcharges and luggage
Night and public-holiday surcharges, waiting time, extra bags and coolers, and the shared-ride discount are all built into the rates and the calculator above. A few charges are not in the calculator and should be confirmed directly with your driver:
- French side, late at night: the French-side tariff adds a higher surcharge in the early-morning hours than the calculator reflects. Ask your driver which rate applies before you set off.
- Sensitive or hard-to-reach areas: some French-side trips to restricted zones, and trips up steep hillside roads, carry an extra charge agreed with the driver — it is not part of the published grid.
As a rule, one bag per passenger travels free; additional bags and coolers may be charged as shown above. When in doubt, agree the full fare before the trip begins.
Public buses
Shared minibuses run fixed routes along the main roads and are the cheapest way to travel. Flag one down, pay the driver in cash, and tell them where you are going. The published day and night fares for each route are below.
Riding safely and smart
- Use licensed taxis and agree the fare before departure.
- Carry small bills in cash — drivers may not have change for large notes.
- Have your destination name or hotel ready; zone names help the driver price the trip.
- For groups, ask about the per-person rate; for short hops, the bus is often quicker.
