How to get from Barbados Airport to Holetown

Fern Coll

Travel Writer/World Explorer

November 29, 2023

The quaint city of Holetown is located in Saint James on the island of Barbados. This laid-back city is best known for its virgin beaches, with white sand and turquoise waters. Holetown has some of the best bars, colourful beach bungalows and island vibes in Barbados; it’s definitely a great spot to relax and unwind.

When it comes to getting from Barbados Airport to Holetown, you have two different transfer options; taxi or bus. Taking an airport taxi from Barbabos Airport to Holetown will take 35 minutes and will cost around €60 (BBD 122). The Line 27 bus, on the other hand, will take about 50 minutes and will cost €2 (BBD 4) per person.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€82	35min	24/7
Taxi	€60	35min	24/7
Bus	€4	50min	06:15–23:00

How to get a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown

The only direct transfer option is to take a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown. The quick door-to-door journey will take just 35 minutes, saving you time for all the fun activities you may have planned!

Taxi cost from Barbados Airport to Holetown

There’s no set taxi fare from Barbados Airport to Holetown. The cost of your transfer will depend on the company you travel with and how many passengers are in your group but will be around €60 (BBD 122).

For a set fare for your taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown, you can pre-book with Welcome Pickups instead.

Cost

€60 (BBD 122)

Trip Duration

35 Min.

*Prices will vary unless pre-booked.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis run 24/7 from Barbados Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Barbados Airport?

Taxis are readily available from just outside of the Arrivals Hall at Barbados Airport. You will see the long line of taxis waiting as you exit the terminal.

Convenience

If you have heavy luggage or are travelling with young children, taking a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown is the best transfer option. The quick ride will take you directly to the door of your hotel or apartment without you having to worry about public transfers or walking around with your luggage.

Editor’s Note

To save on your taxi transfer, you can split the fare between up to 4 passengers as standard.

Useful Tips

Be sure to agree on a price with your driver before leaving the airport.

You can pay for your taxi in USD or Barbadian dollars.

Tipping your driver around 10% of your total fare is common.

How to get from Barbados Airport to Holetown by bus

The Line 27 bus leaves from the main highway, close to the airport. The journey time on the bus will be around 50 minutes, not including the 10-minute walk to the bus stop. The cost of a ticket from Barbados Airport to Holetown will be €2 (BBD 4).

How much is the bus from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

The cost of a one-way ticket on the Line 27 bus from Barbados Airport to Holetown will be €2 (BBD 4). This is payable to the driver as you get on the bus.

Cost

€2 (BBD 4)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 30 minutes for the Line 27 bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Line 27 bus runs from 06:15 to 23:00.

Where do I find the bus at Barbados Airport?

Line 27 bus doesn’t leave directly from the airport grounds. You will need to walk around 10 minutes to the main highway to find the bus stop.

Convenience

Taking the bus from Barbados Airport to Holetown isn’t the most convenient way to travel. Not only will you have to carry your luggage along a busy highway for 10 minutes to reach the bus stop, but you will also need to wait on a crowded bus while it makes several stops along the way to Holetown.

Timetables

Line 27 Bus

Editor’s Note

Taking the bus is only a good transfer option for those travelling very light and without small children in tow.

Useful Tips

Be sure to bring change in Barbadian Dollars to pay for the bus.

Most buses don't have luggage storage, be sure to travel light.

On Sundays, there are more frequent buses running than during the week.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Barbados. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

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DAYTIME

€97.0

NIGHTTIME

€116.4

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Barbados Airport to St. James – Holetown?  

The distance from Barbados Airport to Holetown is 27 km. Taking an airport taxi will take around 35 minutes to get there, while the Line 27 bus will take closer to 50 minutes to reach Holetown.

How can I get from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

There are two ways to get from Barbados Airport to Holetown; taxi or bus. The local airport taxis will charge around €60 (BBD 122) and take 35 minutes to reach Holetown, while the Line 27 bus will take closer to 50 minutes, but will cost just €2 (BBD 4) per traveller.

What is the cost of a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

The average taxi fare from Barbados Airport to Holetown will be €60 (BBD 122). However, this isn’t a fixed fare and is subject to change. To secure a set fare you can totally rely on for your taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown, we suggest booking with Welcome Pickups in advance.

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How to get a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown

Taxi cost from Barbados Airport to Holetown

Cost

€60 (BBD 122)

Trip Duration

35 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis run 24/7 from Barbados Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Barbados Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Barbados Airport to Holetown by bus

How much is the bus from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

Cost

€2 (BBD 4)

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The Line 27 bus runs from 06:15 to 23:00.

Where do I find the bus at Barbados Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Line 27 Bus

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance from Barbados Airport to St. James – Holetown?

How can I get from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

What is the cost of a taxi from Barbados Airport to Holetown?

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