How much does it cost to get from Tortola Airport to Road Town?

BVI taxi fares from Terrance B. Lettsome Airport are government-regulated, which makes pricing more transparent than many Caribbean islands.

Standard taxi rates from EIS

Rates are per person for shared taxis (safari-style vehicles). As of 2026:

Cheapest to dearest, the schedule runs roughly: Trellis Bay / Beef Island (minutes from the terminal), then East End (Fat Hogs Bay, Long Look), then Road Town centre, then Cane Garden Bay and the West End / Soper's Hole ferry terminal on the far side of the island. Read the posted fare for your destination — it's quoted per person, and each of you pays less as the party grows.

Those are daytime rates. After 6 PM, expect a surcharge of 25-50% on top of the listed fare.

Private transfer costs

A pre-booked private vehicle costs $30-60 to Road Town and $45-80 to the West End. Unlike shared taxis, you pay for the vehicle — so for couples or families, this can actually be cheaper per person than individual taxi fares.

What affects the price

• Time of day: Night surcharge applies after 6 PM.
• Number of passengers: Shared taxis charge per person. Private transfers charge per vehicle.
• Luggage: Standard luggage is included. Oversized items like surfboards or dive gear may incur a small extra charge.
• Destination: The further west you go on Tortola, the more you pay.

Ferry costs to add on

If you are heading to another island, add the ferry fare — check the ferry operator's current price for Road Town to Virgin Gorda or Jost Van Dyke. The taxi fare to the ferry dock is separate.

Tips

• Carry cash in USD. Many drivers do not take cards.
• The rate sheet is posted at the taxi stand — check it before boarding.
• For groups of 4+, a private transfer is usually the better deal.
• Ask your hotel if pickup is included in your booking before paying for separate transport.

Bottom line

Budget for the posted per-person government rate for a taxi to Road Town, or $30-60 total for a private transfer. The BVI is not a cheap destination, and transport prices reflect that — but at least they are predictable.