Are there Ubers on St. Thomas?

Thomas does not have Uber or Lyft. However, there are numerous Taxi Associations and private drivers on St. Thomas.



As of 2026, there is no Uber or Lyft service on the island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The local transportation market is strictly regulated by the Virgin Islands Taxicab Commission, which maintains a standardized, per-person fare system rather than a "metered" or "app-based" model. While you might see "Uber-like" advertisements or even a "Taxi" option within the Uber app, these usually just provide information or lead to a local dispatcher rather than a private rideshare driver. Taxis on St. Thomas are often large, open-air "Safari" trucks that act as shared shuttles, picking up multiple passengers along the way. Fares are calculated per person based on the destination (e.g., $11 for one person from the airport to Charlotte Amalie, or $9 per person for a group of 2+). Because there is no app to track your ride, it is essential to confirm the price with the driver before getting in and to carry cash, as many island taxis do not accept credit cards or digital payments. If you want a private, non-shared ride, you must often pay for a minimum of four "seats" to have the vehicle to yourself.

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For visitors who wish to take in the sights, a variety of options exist. You can enjoy an island tour via safari bus or taxi, rent a car or motor bike, or travel on the Vitran public bus system.

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Taxis are an easy way to get to beaches, restaurants and other attractions around the island. Be prepared to pay cash and know that rates are always per person & there is a fee for luggage. There are no ride share services like Uber or Lyft and we don't expect that to change.

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Tipping is the same as the US or Europe - 15% of your restaurant check, more if service has been exceptional. An extra dollar or two for your taxi driver is fine, more if he/she handles bags or conducts a good island tour. Being thoughtful and considerate is appreciated anywhere in the world.

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Some taxis accept credit cards, but the majority of taxis in St. Thomas are cash only.

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Incredible Beaches Some of the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean belong to St. Thomas. Magens Bay, located on the north side of St. Thomas, is consistently rated as one of the “best beaches” in the Caribbean, and spending time on this stretch of sand is a must.

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Food in St. Thomas is EXPENSIVE as all food is imported and very little, if anything is grown locally.

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For the latest quarter assessed by the U.S. EPA (January 2021 - March 2021), tap water provided by this water utility was in compliance with federal health-based drinking water standards.

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Being paid with cash means drivers have money ready to pay for ongoing costs such as fuel, repairs and maintenance. While many card transactions can be instant, some can take days to process and the driver has to wait for the money to reach their account. They may also pay a charge for each electronic transaction.

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There may be a few reasons why taxi drivers prefer cash payments over card payments. These include: 1. Immediate payment: Cash payments provide immediate payment to the driver without any delay or potential chargebacks, unlike card payments which may be subject to processing times and potential chargebacks.

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