Transportation & Infrastructure Guide
Public transit, airports, and getting around in Anguilla
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
1.0/10No public transport systems exist, including no buses, metro, or rail. Mobility relies on private cars, taxis, rentals, ferries, bicycles, mopeds, or walking due to the island's small size and low population density.[1]
Road Infrastructure
6.5/10Total 175 km roads (82 km paved, 93 km unpaved), better maintained than many Caribbean islands. No highways; speed limits rarely exceed 30 mph with slow traffic. Urban roads adequate for the small scale; safety features basic but functional on flat terrain.[1]
Internet Speed
5.2/10Developing telecommunications infrastructure with modern amenities. Average fixed broadband speeds around 45 Mbps; mobile speeds ~35 Mbps. Fiber limited to urban areas like The Valley; rural coverage lags but improving via government regulation.[7]
Avg: 45+ Mbps • Limited to main towns; expanding through utility investments
Airport Connectivity
4.2/102 airports total, 1 major: Clayton J. Lloyd International (AXA) near The Valley. No hub status; daily flights to Antigua, St. Maarten, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas for connections. Serves commercial/private planes; recent upgrades enhance experience.[5][8]
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- N/A (no public transport)
- Bus Trip
- N/A (no bus service)
- Taxi
- Unmetered; set rates in tourist guides, cash only (e.g., ~$20-30 airport-Valley)
- High-speed Train
- N/A (no trains)
Mobile Network
Reliable mobile networks regulated for quality; strong in tourist zones, adequate island-wide for calls/data. Carriers focus on tourism needs with modern telecom amenities.[2][7]
Driving License
Foreign licenses valid for 90 days with IDP recommended (UK-style left-hand driving). Long-term residents must convert to local license via Ministry tests/process. Rentals require valid license/IDP.[1]
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