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Bermuda Bus Schedule

The public bus system is known locally as the ‘Pink n’ Blue’ because of the unique colours of the buses. It is a great way to move around, with 11 routes that cover the island from east to west. The bus station is located in Hamilton and most routes start and end at this location (with the exception of Route 6).

A woman boarding onto a Bermuda city bus

The bus fares are calculated by zones and cost between $3.50 and $5 per ride. The buses accept exact change or tickets that can be purchased in advance at the Hamilton Bus Station, Visitor Service Centres in Dockyard and St George’s and some hotels. If you plan to catch public transportation for your whole trip, you can also buy a Transportation Pass for 1, 2, 3, 4 or 7 days for the bus and ferry.

Download the Government of Bermuda's Shorelink app to get your bus and ferry tokens, tickets and passes online. For more information, visit www.shorelink.bm. 
 
Fun fact: The bus stops are colour coded. If the pole is pink, the bus is heading towards Hamilton, if it is blue, it is heading away from Hamilton (east or west).

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ROUTE 1 - HAMILTON TO GROTTO BAY/ ST. GEORGE'S VIA TUCKER'S TOWN

This bus is not the most direct route to St George’s, but it is the scenic route as it travels along the South shore and around Harrington Sound. As the bus travels east to St George’s it passes lots of places of interest including the Botanical Gardens, Mary Prince Emancipation Park, the National Trust Verdmont Museum, Spittal Pond,  John Smith’s Bay, Mid-Ocean golf course and Tucker’s Point golf course, and the Crystal Caves.
 
Note: Some Route 1 buses end at Grotto Bay. If the bus does not travel all the way to St George’s, it will be named Grotto Bay on the front and back of the bus. 

ROUTE 2 - HAMILTON TO ORD. ROAD

This is one of the shorter routes travelling between Hamilton and Warwick. You can catch this bus to travel to the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (BUEI), the Botanical Gardens, Masterworks Museum of Bermuda Art, and Elbow Beach. It is also an interesting fact that this bus passes Bermuda’s only college. 

ROUTE 3 - HAMILTON TO GROTTO BAY/ ST. GEORGE'S VIA MIDDLE ROAD

This is another route East that travels along Middle Road. It is still not the most direct route to St George’s, but you can catch this bus to see the Arboretum, Flatt’s Village, The Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo, Devil’s Hole, Crystal Caves, Swizzle Inn, Blue Hole and Walsingham Nature Reserve (Tom Moore’s Jungle). If you are interested in Pony Racing (seasonal between January and February) then you would get off at Vesey Street.

Crystal Caves of Bermuda – Crystal Caves

ROUTE 4 - HAMILTON TO SPANISH POINT VIA ST. JOHNS OR NORTH SHORE

This bus travels along the north shore to Spanish Point. Catch this bus to visit Admiralty House, the famous spot for cliff jumping, and a nice place to walk around and relax at the beach and lagoon. Admiralty House also has a free tennis court if you feel like hitting a ball around, but you must bring your own equipment. 

ROUTE 5 - HAMILTON TO POND HILL VIA GLEBE ROAD

This route travels through the north side of Hamilton and Pembroke neighborhoods. It is used mostly by locals to travel to and from work. 

ROUTE 6 - ST. GEORGE'S TO ST. DAVID'S

You can catch this bus to travel to St. David’s Island. If you are taking route 1, 3, 10 or 11 from Hamilton to St. George’s you can transfer to this bus at the Double Dip entrance, which is also a nice pit stop for ice cream. This bus will take you to Carter House Museum, Clearwater Beach (get off here for Turtle Bay and Cooper’s Island), and St David’s Lighthouse. 

Cooper's Island beach with pristine clean beach with turquoise waters.

ROUTE 7 - HAMILTON TO BARNES CORNER/DOCKYARD VIA SOUTH SHORE BEACHES

By far the most popular and arguably the most picturesque route. As the bus follows South Road and heads west, you will pass some of Bermuda’s most famous beaches including Warwick Long Bay, Jobson’s Cove, Chaplin Bay, Horseshoe Bay and Church Bay. Other points of interest along this route include Southlands Park, Gibb’s Hill Lighthouse, Port Royal Golf Course, Somerset Bridge, Fort Scaur, Somerset Long Bay, and Woody’s (fish sandwich).

ROUTE 8 - HAMILTON TO CEDAR HILL/BARNES CORNER/SOMERSET/ DOCKYARD VIA MIDDLE ROAD

This is a more direct route to Dockyard and travels along Middle Road the whole way. It takes approximately one hour to travel from Hamilton to Dockyard. Points of interest along the way include Paget Marsh (Lovers Lane), The Belmont Hills Golf Club, Sherwin Nature Reserve and Warwick Pond, Port Royal Golf Club, Hog Bay Park, Somerset Bridge and Fort Scaur.

A woman is sitting a bus shelter.

ROUTE 9 - HAMILTON PROSPECT VIA NATIONAL SPORTS CENTRE 

This is a circular route from Hamilton to the National Sports Centre, which has an Olympic size pool and track. Many sports and musical events are held at this location.

ROUTE 10 & 11 - HAMILTON TO ST. GEORGE'S

Route 10 and 11 are the most direct routes to St George’s. The only minor difference is that one travels down Palmetto Road, and one goes straight down the North Shore. For the W.E.R Tennis stadium catch the number 10. 
 
Points of interest on these buses include Ocean View Golf Course, Flatts Village, the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum and Zoo, Shelly Bay, Abbott’s Cliff Park, Bailey’s Bay footbridge, Coney Island, Swizzle Inn, Blue Hole Park, and the LF Wade International Airport. The journey from Hamilton to St George’s is approximately 50 minutes. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Bermuda’s "Pink n' Blue" public buses offer 11 scenic routes island-wide, primarily operating out of the Hamilton central terminal. Use the Shorelink app or exact change/tickets to pay for fares ranging from $3.50-$5.00. Buses run daily, with pink-coded poles indicating routes to City of Hamilton and blue for those heading away.

To find a bus stop, look for a pole with a pink (for rides inbound to Hamilton) or blue (for rides outbound of Hamilton). 

You can pay for buses in Bermuda using the Shorelink mobile app, prepaid tickets/tokens, or exact cash (coins only). The best option for visitors is usually a 1-day to 7-day transportation pass, which allows unlimited travel on both buses and ferries. Cash fares require exact change in coins, as drivers cannot make change.

A 1-day adult transport pass in Bermuda costs $19.00. These passes allow unlimited travel on all public buses and ferries for the duration of the day. Passes are available for up to 7 days, and discounted 1-day passes are available for children at $9.50. Passes are available at various locations, including the Visitor Information Centre.

A 2-day public transportation pass in Bermuda, which covers both buses and ferries, costs $31.50 per adult and $16.00 per child. These passes allow for unlimited travel within the designated time frame and are available for purchase at various locations, including the visitor information center and ferry terminals.

Bermuda public buses operate as late as 11:30 PM/ 11:45 PM on weekdays and Saturdays, and until 10:45 PM on Sundays and holidays, providing highly reliable evening transportation for island visitors.

While some secondary routes conclude around 6:00 PM, the primary routes connecting major tourist hubs run late into the night. The most utilised late-night tourist routes include:

Route 7 (Hamilton to Royal Naval Dockyard): Travels along the South Shore beach nightspots and hotels, with the final buses departing the terminal near midnight on weekdays.

Route 11 (Hamilton to St. George's): Serves the automated corridor passing the Bermuda Aquarium and Grotto Bay, running until the final 11:45 PM weekday departure.

Route 10 (Hamilton to St. George's): Provides alternating late-evening coverage along the North Shore corridor alongside Route 11.

Important Visitor Notice on Kiosk Hours: Please note that while the actual buses run close to midnight, the physical token and pass windows at the Hamilton Bus Terminal close earlier (7:00 PM on weekdays, 6:30 PM on Saturdays, and 5:30 PM on Sundays/Holidays).

Seamless Digital Ticketing & Live Tracking: To bypass physical token kiosks after hours, download the official Shorelink App. The app allows you to buy digital transportation passes instantly on your smartphone and view real-time GPS tracking for late-night bus arrivals. For travel past midnight or into remote parishes, it is recommended to hail a taxi using the HITCH app.

When riding the public bus in Bermuda, practicing good manners is highly valued and expected by locals. Following a few simple rules of etiquette will ensure a pleasant trip for you, the driver, and your fellow passengers.

Here are the essential etiquette tips for riding the bus in Bermuda:

Greet the Driver: Always acknowledge the driver with a polite "Good morning" or "Good afternoon" when you board. Bermudian culture places a strong emphasis on respectful and friendly greetings!

Leave Suitcases Behind: Please note that suitcases and large luggage are not allowed on the bus. Because Bermuda’s buses are designed to navigate narrow island roads, they do not have storage space for oversized baggage. If you are travelling to or from the airport, please plan to use a taxi or private airport transfer.

Queue Orderly: Wait your turn by forming a polite, orderly line at the bus stop.

Keep the Bus Clean: Do not board the bus if you are wet or covered in sand. Make sure you are completely dry and appropriately dressed after visiting the beach before hopping on. Food or drinks are not allowed on the bus so please keep that in mind.

Offer Your Seat: Be considerate of your fellow passengers and offer your seat to those who may need it more, such as the elderly, pregnant individuals, or families with young children.

Say Thank You: Always remember to express your appreciation and thank the bus driver when you reach your destination and exit the vehicle.

Navigating the bus system in Bermuda is uniquely colour-coded and easy to understand for visitors.

Here is what you need to know about spotting bus stops and finding shelters:

Look for the Coloured Poles: Instead of traditional signs, Bermuda's bus stops are marked by painted poles.

Pink Poles: A pink pole indicates that the bus is heading inbound towards the City of Hamilton.

Blue Poles: A blue pole means the bus is heading outbound away from the City of Hamilton.

Bus Shelters: While not every bus stop features a covered seating area, you will typically find covered shelters conveniently located along the island's most popular visitor and commuter routes.

Traveller Tip: If you are unsure which side of the road to stand on, just remember to check the pole colour! Pink means you are heading into town, and blue means you are heading out to explore the rest of the island.

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