By Foot
Bermuda is a small island and often it might seem practical to stroll between sights however there are not always pavements so this can be awkward on the narrow, circuitous streets. Save your feet for the stretches of pink sands.
Here we give you the options for travelling over the 21 square miles that make up the islands of Bermuda.
Most visitors to Bermuda use taxis. They are always available and are the most convenient method of transportation around the island. Taxi drivers are generally friendly and very knowledgeable. As car hire is not available some guests choose to make a touring arrangement with a taxi driver. Our concierge will be happy to help you. Refer to the fare table on the right for more details.
Travelling in Bermuda's pink and blue buses is an efficient option and most buses are air conditioned. Even if this is not your usual mode of transport you will find it pleasant enough. Bus stops are distinguished either by a Bermuda-stone shelter, or a single pole; a pink pole signifies the bus is heading to Hamilton, and a blue pole means it is going out of Hamilton.
There is a bus station located right across the street from the main entrance to Elbow Beach. The buses stop at all major attractions and run every 15 minutes in both East & West directions. Buses do not accept cash, but tokens can be purchased with our Concierge.
USD 2.50 for a one-way token to the city of Hamilton.
Being an island the ideal way to explore Bermuda is by sea and there is an excellent ferry service, Sea Express. Residents find this a reliable mode of transport and often a faster alternative to the buses. Ferries connect Hamilton with Paget, Warwick and the Somerset/Dockyard area. There are some seasonal routes but there are three year round ferry routes.
There is no direct access to Elbow Beach by boat, but you can do an exciting 2-hour tour around the whole island onboard the Wildcat power catamaran.
USD 65 for a 2 hour ride. Available in season at 10am and 2pm.
There are no self drive car hire services available in Bermuda; the roads are narrow and precipitous and already overburdened with traffic. You can always hire a taxi driver on a permanent basis during your visit. Our concierge will be delighted to make arrangements.
Scooter or moped provides visitors with the only chance for independent travel around the island. With a scooter you can nip between the many coves and beaches at your own pace. Hire is only available to over 16s and a helmet must be worn at all times as the roads are windy and narrow, fun but precipitous.
Elbow Beach has its own cycle shop located directly on property. Depending on how adventurous you feel scooters with either 50CC or 100CC can be rented for a day or for the weekend. The professional and always friendly staff at the cycle shop will give you a map of the island as well as a short and informative lesson so you feel prepared to start exploring the island. For your safety always remember to stay on the left!
Cost: approximately USD 40 to USD 80 per day depending on the quality of scooter and the number of days of hire.
We will be delighted to meet you in a private taxi. Please contact our concierge for details and reservations via email at ebbda-concierge@mohg.com. The fee is USD 50 each way.
Taxis are numerous and readily available at the airport exit.
Approx USD 30 each way.
USD 3.95 starting rate
USD 0.25 for every 1/4 mile
Approx USD 10.00 to Hamilton
Approx USD 30 to BDA airport First 1/8 of mile or fraction USD 2.25, Each additional 1/8 of a mile or fraction there of USD 0.30
Hamilton-Paget-Warwick USD 2.50 each way
Hamilton-Rockaway USDD 4 each way
Hamilton-West End (Somerset)-Dockyard USD 4 each way