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Transportation & Infrastructure Guide in Brunei

Public transit, airports, and getting around

Brunei's transportation landscape is dominated by an extensive, well-maintained 3,167 km road network forming a coastal highway backbone linking key districts from Kuala Belait to Muara Port. Private vehicles prevail due to high motorization (648 per 1,000 residents), subsidized fuel, and inadequate public transport—buses are the sole option with declining usage and taxi shortages. Waterways (209-290 km navigable) aid local movement, complemented by Brunei International Airport for regional flights and Muara Port for maritime trade. Strengths include superior road quality and infrastructure investments under the Land Transport Master Plan; challenges encompass car dependency, poor public transit efficiency, and vulnerability to oil price fluctuations.
Public Transport
Below Average
Road Infrastructure
Good
Public Transport
3.2/10

Buses are the only public land transport besides scarce taxis; no metro, rail, or integrated systems. Coverage is poor with declining patronage, limited urban/inter-district routes, and inadequate frequency/reliability. No high-speed or regional trains exist.

Road Infrastructure
8.7/10

Excellent 3,167 km network (mostly paved) with coastal highway backbone, good maintenance, and planned National Road Network investments. Urban roads support high car usage; functional hierarchy and capacity upgrades enhance traffic flow and safety.

Internet Speed
8.2/10

Brunei boasts strong broadband infrastructure with extensive fiber coverage in urban areas and good nationwide access, driven by government investments. Mobile internet is reliable with high speeds.

Avg: 245+ Mbps • Widespread in districts, expanding to rural areas; major providers offer gigabit plans

Airport Connectivity
5.8/10

16 airports total, with Brunei International (BWN) as the sole major hub offering regional flights to Southeast Asia, Australia, and Middle East. Limited domestic routes; good facilities but modest international network.

Hubs: Brunei International (BWN)

Transportation Costs

Metro Pass
N/A (no metro)
Bus Trip
BND 1-2 per ride
Taxi
BND 3 start + BND 1.50/km
High-speed Train
N/A (no trains)

Mobile Network

5G Coverage: Available in Bandar Seri Begawan, major towns; expanding nationwide via DST and Telekom Brunei by 2026
4G Coverage: Near 100% population coverage, strong signal across districts

Reliable networks from DST, Progresif, and Telekom Brunei with high speeds; excellent urban performance, good rural reach due to small land area.

Driving License

IDP requiredConversion needed

Foreign licenses valid for 90 days with IDP (required for non-English); left-hand driving. Long-term residents (over 90 days) must convert to Bruneian license via Land Transport Department test after provisional period.

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