Dominica (Commonwealth of) Getting Around

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By CarGetting Around by Road

Traffic drives on the left. There are more than 700km (450 miles) of well-maintained roads on the island and there is little traffic outside Roseau. Jeep and minibus tours operated by local firms offer the best means of sightseeing.

Bus: Services connect all towns and villages.

Taxi: These are efficient. Taxi rates are set by law and therefore taxi drivers do not expect tips.

Car hire: Available, but some roads can be difficult.

Regulations: There is a 32kmph (20mph) speed limit in towns and villages. Visiting drivers must be between 25 and 65 years old and have had at least two years' driving experience in order to apply for a local driver's permit.

Documentation: International Driving Permit recommended. A valid foreign licence can be used to get a Temporary Visitor’s Permit.

Travel TimesJourney Times

The following chart gives approximate journey times (in hours and minutes) from Roseau to other places in Dominica.

Road
Canefield Airport0.15
Melville Hall Airport1.15
Portsmouth1.00
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