Getting from GND to your hotel is not expensive by Caribbean standards, but the lack of metered taxis means you should know the going rates before you step outside.
Key routes and expected costs
Airport taxi fares are not negotiable in principle: the Grenada Airport Taxi Association publishes a fixed rate per destination, in Eastern Caribbean dollars, and the Grenada Tourism Authority reproduces the card. These are the rates:
| Destination | Official taxi fare |
|---|---|
| Calliste / La Source / Rex Grenadian | EC$25 (about US$9) |
| True Blue / Housing Scheme / Spice Isle Marine | EC$35 (about US$13) |
| Grand Anse / Lance aux Epines | EC$40 (about US$15) |
| St. Georges town centre / Lagoon Road / Springs / Woodlands | EC$50 (about US$19) |
| Morne Jaloux / River Road / Cherry Hill | EC$60 (about US$22) |
| Mt. Moritz / Grand Mal / Mt. Parnassus | EC$70 (about US$26) |
| Grenville (east coast) | EC$110 (about US$41) |
| Sauteurs / Union / La Poterie (north) | EC$170 (about US$63) |
Fixed-price private transfer
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The EC dollar is pegged to the US dollar at 2.70 to 1, and the USD figures above are converted at that peg — treat the EC$ figure as the actual fare and the USD as a guide, since the rate card itself is quoted in EC dollars.
A pre-booked transfer to Grand Anse typically costs somewhat more than the EC$40 taxi rate for a sedan — get a quote from your provider, since transfer pricing is not set by the rate card.
Why prices vary
The rate card exists, but enforcement is loose. Drivers may quote above the listed rate, especially to visitors arriving on international flights. Having the published fare list on your phone gives you a reference point. That said, arguing over a few dollars is usually not worth the energy after a long flight.
Time of day matters. The card sets no night rate, but drivers working late often ask for a premium anyway. That is custom rather than policy — agree the figure before you set off.
Vehicle type also affects the price. A standard sedan or minivan from the taxi rank will cost the published rate. A private transfer in a newer SUV or air-conditioned van will cost more but provides a more comfortable ride.
Tips for managing cost
- If you are staying at a resort, check whether airport transfer is included in your booking. Many all-inclusive packages include it.
- Sharing a taxi with other travelers headed in the same direction is common and accepted. Drivers often suggest it themselves.
- EC dollars get you a better rate than paying in USD. If you have EC from a previous Caribbean island, use it.
- Pre-booked transfers eliminate the negotiation entirely. You pay online, the price is locked, and you walk to your car.
Bottom line
For most visitors the published taxi fare is EC$40 (about US$15) to Grand Anse or EC$50 (about US$19) to St. Georges, with a pre-booked transfer costing somewhat more. Either way it is reasonable for a Caribbean island and gets you door-to-door in about 20 minutes.