Buses, taxis, motorcycles, helicopters, boats, and tram... It is easy to get around Mauritius. The country benefits from a relatively extensive and convenient transport network, allowing easy access to the North, South, East, and West. The tram operates only around the city outskirts.
The bus network in Mauritius
Mauritius boasts a bus network that allows for economical travel starting from 5:30 AM until 8:00 PM in urban areas and from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM in rural areas.
This network is shared between public, regional, and private operators, including:
- TBS – Triolet Bus Service;
- MBT – Mauritian Bus Transport;
- NTC – National Transport Corporation;
- UBS – United Bus Service;
- RHT – Rose Hill Transport;
- Luna Transport Company.
The network covers a large part of the island, with numerous stops across towns and villages. Click here to find out which bus numbers to take according to your destinations.
Good to know:
As part of its transition towards more sustainable mobility, Mauritius received the first 40 Indian electric buses in 2025 out of a total order of 100 units. These vehicles, manufactured in India by SWITCH Mobility, are operated by the NTC and represent a concrete step towards the electrification of public transport. TBS also operates electric buses on several routes.
Which bus for which direction?
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has compiled a list of all buses serving the island along with their numbers. Click here to find out the bus stops for each line.
As for Port Louis, the capital has 2 main stations: the North Station and the Victoria Station. Both are connected by shuttles, while each major city has its central station. To find it, just ask for directions!
Bus network fares
To travel by bus, it's essential to have change on you: tickets are purchased on board, often after the bus has started. Indeed, the "conductor" approaches each passenger who indicates their destination.
Fares are calculated based on the distance traveled; moreover, it increases approximately every 1.6 km. If you are familiar with the zone system in France, here in Mauritius, we talk about stages. These fare stages correspond to specific bus stops on each line, identifiable by their yellow color.
Here are the applicable fares:
- Stage 1: from Rs12 to Rs 17
- Stage 2: from Rs 18 to Rs 24
- Stages 3 and 4: from Rs 24 to Rs 30
- Stages 5 and 6: from Rs 27 to Rs 35
- Stages 7-8: from Rs 30 to Rs 39
- Stages 9-12: from Rs 31 to Rs 41
- Stages 13-30: from Rs 34 to Rs 44
- Stages 31-39: from Rs 37 to Rs 47
MoBis
MoBis is the ideal app to facilitate your daily bus travels via the NTC. Whether you've just arrived on the island or are still discovering the different neighborhoods, MoBis helps you quickly find the best route.
Simply indicate where you are and your destination: the app calculates the most convenient route for you. You can check the expected arrival time, the number of available seats, and even the exact position of the buses in real-time.
MoBis is downloadable on the App Store and Google Play, quickly becoming the indispensable tool for easy and stress-free travel on the island.
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For a few more rupees, you can take one of the many air-conditioned buses serving the major cities.
You will also find a special bus to and from the Plaine Magnien airport. Elderly or pregnant individuals are naturally prioritized for seats.
It's not uncommon to see inspectors boarding buses to check passengers' tickets. Any violator risks a fine.
The Metro Express in Mauritius
The Metro Express started operating between Port Louis and Rose Hill in December 2019. Today, it connects Port Louis to Curepipe every day, from Monday to Sunday including public holidays; from 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, it allows the population to travel in a modern, safe, and comfortable environment over 26 km.
The tram, commonly referred to as the "metro," passes through Port Louis, Beau Bassin - Rose Hill, Quatre Bornes, Vacoas-Phoenix, and Curepipe. To date, there are 20 stations from Port Louis to Curepipe, including 6 major stations adjacent to bus terminals.
Metro Express stops
On the Curepipe - Port Louis line:
- Curepipe Central;
- North Curepipe;
- Floréal;
- Sadally;
- Vacoas Central;
- Palmerston;
- Phoenix Mall;
- Phoenix;
- Trianon;
- St Jean;
- Quatre Bornes Central;
- Belle Rose;
- Rose Hill Central;
- Vandermeersch;
- Beau Bassin;
- Barkly;
- Coromandel;
- St Louis;
- Port Louis Victoria;
- Place d'Armes.
On the Rose-Hill - Réduit line:
- Ebène;
- Réduit.
User facilities
Parking
Metro Express users can park their cars in a specially dedicated parking lot at Coromandel with a capacity for 250 vehicles, including spaces for disabled persons. Two other similar parking lots are planned, one at Phoenix and another at Vacoas.
Cyclists
Those starting their journey by bike have several spaces to park their two-wheelers:
- Rose-Hill Central: sheltered and secure space with 24 bike racks;
- All stations: 12 bike racks;
- Direct road access for bikes within a 1 to 2 km radius around the stations.
Metro Express tickets
The ticket price is calculated based on the number of zones covered. Currently, it starts at 32 Rs and can go up to 52 Rs per trip.
To purchase a single-use ticket, simply go to one of the many ticket machines located at all stations, then select the "Single-use ticket" option. The following steps are clearly displayed on the screen and easy to follow.
The MECard
Regular Metro Express users can save between 5% and 10% per trip with the MECard.
The MECard is available to all segments of the population; moreover, it comes in 6 categories:
- Adult: Rs 150 (including Rs 100 credit).
- Child: Rs 150 (including Rs 50 credit).
- Student: Rs 100.
- Senior: free (for retirees aged 60 and over).
- Priority: free (for people with disabilities).
- ME Cards Privilege: allowing unlimited travel.
The purchase and top-up of the card can be done at dedicated MeCard counters.
Chauffeur service in Mauritius
If you need a chauffeur, for example, in anticipation of an evening at friends' place, there are now many companies offering such services.
Some examples:
My Chauffeur: a subsidiary of RHT Holding Ltd, the company handles both occasional and professional travel for the public and businesses. You can download its mobile app from the Web, book a car 24/7, and request a female chauffeur.
Europcar – Chauffeur Services: the car rental specialist offers the hiring of a chauffeur for the day, at Rs 900 between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM and Rs 160 per additional hour (including taxes).
HireCar Mauritius: based in Quatre Bornes, this company offers an extensive chauffeur service for both individuals and businesses. Its fleet includes a Sedan Car, a Toyota Wish, a Minivan, a Minibus, a BMW 7 Series, a BMW X5, and a Mercedes V class.
Car rental in Mauritius
The largest international agencies, as well as official local rental companies, are present on the island and offer all types of cars. Here, we're talking about Avis, Sixt, Europcar, and Hertz.
You can benefit from preferential rates for long-term rentals. Insurance is included in the rental price. Agencies also offer the possibility of having an immediate replacement vehicle in case of a breakdown.
Taxis in Mauritius
While Uber does not exist in Mauritius, apps offering similar services are starting to develop, like YuGo or Dodo Taxi.
Moreover, there are many taxis operating in designated areas. You can find them near hotels, stations, beaches, and shopping centers.
Moreover, restaurants, bars, pubs, or nightclubs also list taxi contacts in case of emergency. Do not hesitate to try taxis located near you and keep the contact information of those you feel you can trust.
There is no fixed rate for taxis. Thus, it is difficult to give an acceptable average taxi fare.
Taxis operating with licenses have yellow plates on the doors indicating where they operate. Be cautious because many operate without licenses, and if the taxi is stopped, both the driver and the passenger are liable for a fine.
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Flying to Mauritius
Air Mauritius offers about 30 weekly flights to and from major European cities, including 3 flights between London and Mauritius.
You can book your flight ticket to Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, and many other UK cities via London.
British Airways, Air Austral, Air France, Air Seychelles, Air India, Kenya Airways, Emirates, South African Airways, Air Zimbabwe, Condor, Corsair Fly, and Turkish Airlines are other airlines serving Mauritius.
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Maritime transport in Mauritius
If flying is not your preferred mode of transport to move around Mauritius and its surroundings, why not opt for a boat? Here are your options!
Currently, the Trochetia is the only passenger ferry operated by the Mauritius Shipping Corporation, connecting Mauritius to Rodrigues. Moreover, some private cruises include stops in Mauritius and Rodrigues.
Advantages of the sea cruise to Rodrigues
- Embarkation from Port Louis harbor, easily accessible by tram.
- Reduced waiting time before boarding (1 hour before departure).
- A more comfortable and picturesque experience than a flight, offering a true cruise atmosphere.
Disadvantages
- Sea conditions are unpredictable. Although the journey is generally pleasant in summer, it is not advisable to travel during the cyclone season.
- Higher cost than flying. Tickets range between 13,600 Rs and 19,000 Rs for adults, compared to about 10,000 Rs for a flight.
- Longer travel time. A flight to Rodrigues takes about 1.5 hours, while the boat journey takes about 20 hours.
The Mauritius Trochetia (2001)
The Mauritius Trochetia is a multipurpose ship, both a cargo and passenger ferry.
It can accommodate up to 108 passengers, divided into several cabin classes: Tourist, Semi-Deluxe, Deluxe, and First Class.
For more information, you can visit the Mauritius Shipping Corporation Ltd website or contact the company directly at:
(230) 217 2284
(230) 217 2285
(230) 217 2291
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