Antigua’s charming sister-island Barbuda is perfect for those seeking a tranquil getaway, laid-back luxury, beautiful beaches, a connection with nature, and the warmth and hospitality of Barbudans. The low-lying coral island, known for its untouched pink coral and white sand beaches and the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere, is located 28 miles north-east of Antigua. If you are planning a visit to Barbuda from Antigua here are a few options on getting here.
Airlines
SVG Air operates scheduled and chartered flights throughout the Caribbean. SVG Air offers a personalized service second to none. Professional and experienced pilots fly their fleet of light twins and business jets. SVG Air offers one-way and round-trip flights. www.flysvgair.com
Fly Montserrat operates chartered flights between Antigua and Barbuda. The aircraft offers nine seats and twin engines which are designed and driven by the requirements for ease of operation. Fly Montserrat offers two daily flights from Antigua to Barbuda along with Private charters to the island.
Website: www.flymontserrat.com
Telephone: 1-268-484-1416
Telephone: 1-268-562-8033
Ferry
The most popular way to get to Barbuda is a high-speed ferry. It takes about 90 minutes to get from Antigua to Barbuda on a pleasant day. There are currently two ferry services available The Barbuda Express and The Island Escape.
The Barbuda Express is a powerful catamaran that offers same-day one-way and round-trip services. The Barbuda Express runs 6 days a week between Antigua and Barbuda. Tourists can economically visit Barbuda with a selection of packages to explore and discover this undeveloped and little-visited island. The Barbuda Express ferry can be boarded at the ferry dock in St. John’s Harbour. The ferry dock is at the bottom of High Street in St. John’s City Antigua. www.barbudaexpress.com
The Barbuda Express also operates the Typhoon Express which can accommodate passengers and cargo. Barbuda Express Ferry Service & Day Tours
Codrington Express Ferry Service
The most affordable, reliable, high-speed ferry!!
Summer Breeze Ferry was the missing transportation link between the beautiful twin island state of Antigua and Barbuda. Come sail with us and visit Antigua’s charming sister Island of Barbuda! This beautiful gem of an island shimmering in the distance, to the North of Antigua, is a nature lover’s paradise where everything slows relaxingly down.
Our aim to our passengers is to provide the best quality service there is to offer while they travel in style and comfort. Our Motto is: You’ve tried the rest; Now try the Best!
For more information on Codrington Express please see here.
Boat Charters and Excursions
A range of boat companies in Antigua are also available to operate private charters and excursions from Antigua to Barbuda.
Helicopter
CalvinAir Helicopters offers charter flights to Barbuda. These flights last for 15 minutes. www.calvinair.com
On-Island Transportation
The majority of Barbuda’s over 2,000 inhabitants live in the town of Codrington. Visitors to Barbuda will find the best way to get around the island by taxi or rental.
Taxis are a very good way to find out about the island because you get a friendly local guide as well as the transport, and they operate with standard fares that are set by Barbuda Council. Taxis are available through hotels or by contacting taxi/tour services. They are a few cars available for rental on the island for those wishing to discover more of the island.
| Taxis | |
| Dilly’s | 1-268-788-5378 |
| Imran | 1-268-726-0946 |
| B Uber Service | 1-268-781-1481 |
| Devon | 1-268-788-8419 |
| K. Bailey | 1-268-785-1104 |
| Cloidel Beazer | 1-268-721-2873 |
| Levi John | 1-268-788-5378 |
| Lynton Thomas | 1-268-775-7336 |
| Rentals | |
| Pressed for Time | 1-268-720-4084 |
