Qatar Getting Around
Getting Around by Road
Bus: A new fleet of modern, air-conditioned buses now reaches main towns. Contact Central Bus Station (tel: 458 8888; website: http://www.mowasalat.com/) to check on progress.
Taxi: There is a choice between the old orange and white cars or newer, slightly more expensive sea-blue taxis. Both have meters. Taxis can be hired on an hourly basis, but in this case it's better to negotiate the fee in advance. Taxis are the main source of public transport within Doha.
Car hire: Available from local and international companies at the airport and hotels. The minimum age for driving is 21 years. Seat belts must be worn. Large on-the-spot fines are issued to anyone not wearing one or not carrying a driver's licence.
Emergency breakdown assistance: Police (tel: 999).
Documentation: An International Driving Permit is required, but a temporary licence can be obtained on presentation of a valid UK licence.
Journey Times
| Air | Road | Rail | |
| Al-Khor | - | 0.45 | - |
| Al-Zubara | - | 1.30 | - |
| Bir Zekreet | - | 1.00 | - |
| Khor Al-Adaid | - | 3.00 | - |
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