Transportation & Infrastructure Guide in Dominican Republic
Public transit, airports, and getting around
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
5.5/10Santo Domingo has two metro lines, an aerial tramway, and 11 formal bus lines, but coverage is urban-focused at 10-43% accessibility. Informal guaguas and conchos dominate, with good frequency in cities but limited integration and rural reach. No national rail; basic but affordable for locals.
Road Infrastructure
6.2/10Five well-maintained toll highways (RD$35-412) connect major cities and tourist zones with good paving. Urban roads are adequate, but rural and non-toll roads suffer poor maintenance, potholes, and variable conditions. Ongoing projects like Amber Highway improve safety and times.
Internet Speed
6.8/10Average fixed broadband speeds around 120 Mbps in 2026, with mobile at 80 Mbps. Fiber expanding in urban areas like Santo Domingo and Santiago; rural gaps persist but 4G/5G boosts connectivity. Strong tourism-driven investments narrow urban-rural divide.
Avg: 120+ Mbps • Urban expansion (Santo Domingo, Santiago, Puerto Plata); limited rural, growing via government initiatives
Airport Connectivity
7.1/1048 airports including 10 major ones support tourism boom; expansions at Punta Cana (PUJ, GDP catalyst), Santiago (STI), and new Pedernales Cabo Rojo. Strong Caribbean/European routes, good domestic links, no global mega-hub but excellent regional access.
Hubs: Punta Cana (PUJ), Santo Domingo (SDQ), Santiago (STI), Puerto Plata (POP)
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- RD$1,500-2,500/month (Santo Domingo)
- Bus Trip
- RD$25-100 guagua ride; RD$150-350 long-distance
- Taxi
- RD$150 start + RD$30-50/km; Uber similar
- High-speed Train
- Not available (limited rail)
Mobile Network
Reliable networks with high urban speeds (50-200 Mbps); good coverage supports ride-sharing and navigation, though rural 5G lags.
Driving License
Foreign licenses valid for 90 days with IDP recommended; right-hand driving. Long-term residents (over 3 months) must convert to Dominican license via exam/translation process.
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