Is it easy to get taxi in St Thomas?

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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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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While you can't request a taxi using Uber in Saint-Thomas, you can request a trip with UberX, a different ride option with unique features, directly from the Uber app. To get started, open the Uber app, enter your pickup and dropoff locations, then select UberX from the list of ride options.

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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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Within Town Limits: $55 for 1-4 passengers, (5 or more passengers add $7 for each additional person). Airport to Frenchman's Reef, Limetree or Bolongo: $65 for 1-4 passengers, (5 or more passengers will pay an additional fare each).

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If you could spend a week in St Thomas or the area, then go for it. There's plenty to do if you love beaches, hiking, and nature across St Thomas, Water Island, and St John. However, if you have a job and are only traveling every weekend, then 4 days may be enough.

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The taxi fare from the cruise port to Magens Bay is between $10-$15 per person. Taxis are not private taxis?they are more like big, open-top buses.

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Thomas can be slightly less expensive overall than St. John. It's a bit easier to work within a budget on St. Thomas where you don't have to necessarily rent a car, you have different hotel tiers to choose from, and you have access to cheaper food options (in both restaurants and the larger grocery stores).

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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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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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