Means of transport Belize

This bus line serves Belize City, Independence and Punta Gorda. 4 daily departures for each of these cities. Take 3 hours from the Belize CIty Bus Terminal, and 2 h 45 to reach Punta Gorda in the south of the country.

Approximately 55 daily flights to and from Belize City (30 min), Dangriga (25 min), and Punta Gorda (min). 

The bus is the most popular means of transport for Belizeans to get around the country. Most buses leaving Belize City do so from this terminal, located south of Haulover Creek. The main line is Blue Bird, which serves all the district capitals and most important towns in the country; from dawn to dusk, many other companies criss-cross the country. Go to the terminal one hour before your bus leaves to make sure you get a seat. Keep an eye on your luggage.

It's an understatement to say that Hopkins isn't bursting at the seams with public transport traffic. A bus leaves for Dandriga Monday to Saturday at 7 a.m. and 2 p.m., and only at 2 p.m. on Sundays. If you want to reach Placencia, ask to stop at the intersection of the main road from Dandriga to Punta Gorda; from there, many buses run directly to Placencia or drop you off at Independence to catch the ferry. From Placencia, there is a direct bus to Dandriga via Hopkins at 10.30 am and 5.30 pm. Ask locally for timetables.

Several Ritchie's buses to Dandriga, Belmopan and Belize City leave the village every day by the road that goes up the peninsula and then reaches further along the main north-south axis. The James Linebuses that connect Belize City, Belmopan and Dandriga to Punta Gorda do not take the Peninsula Road but stop at Independence, on the other side of the lagoon: you must then take a ferry to make the short crossing. There is also a direct connection to Dandriga with Bebb Bus Line, which stops at Hopkins twice a day.

This is your best chance of reaching Placencia if you don't have a car and don't arrive by plane, as you won't find any direct buses.... What's more, it's the best way to reach the south coast from Placencia by bus, since all buses on the north-south route (Dandriga - Punta Gorda) stop at Independence. For some time now, Hokey Pokey has also been offering connections to Honduras, so it's best to contact the dock to find out about routes and timetables. Beware of seasickness!

The easiest way to reach Honduras, then Nicaragua and Panama by road. The ferry (that's a big word for this little boat) leaves Placencia every Friday for Puerto Cortes in Honduras. On Mondays, the boat returns from Honduras to Belize. The total duration of this boat trip is approximately 3 hours 30 minutes. If you're prone to motion sickness, you might be better off using Tropic Air's regular flights to Honduras.

Easy access on foot from your hotel or by cab. Buses run from dawn to early evening to Belmopan and Belize City, or the other way to Punta Gorga. For Hopkins, there is a direct service Monday to Saturday at 10.15 a.m. and 5.15 p.m.; Sundays only at 5.15 p.m. For Placencia, there's a Ritchi'es bus that takes the Peninsula route (so you don't have to take the ferry from Independence): departures at 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm and 6:15pm. Make sure you get all the information you need to avoid untimely changes.

Superb express transport service in air-conditioned minivans. To and from Belize City, Dandriga, Hopkins, Placencia, Corozal and Orange walk. William makes every effort to group travelers together to reduce the cost for everyone, an interesting and original approach. The vehicles are in good condition and the experienced drivers own their vehicles, so you can enjoy your trip with complete peace of mind.

Corozal airport is anything but a major airport - some would call it an aerodrome - but its location, close to the Mexican border, makes it a good starting point for San Pedro for those who prefer the air to the sea. Tropic Air and Maya Island fly several times a day from Corozal to San Pedro (Ambergris Caye): 25 minutes at the most for a flight that is a journey in itself, as the areas overflown are superb and offer the opportunity to take splendid aerial photos of the reef barrier and the coast.

The Corozal bus terminal provides access to Belize City to the south and the Santa Elena border crossing to the north. Buses from Belize City pass through Orange Walk and run from dawn to dusk, and in the opposite direction; allow 3 hours for the journey. Their terminus is not Corozal, but Santa Elena, the border post with Mexico. For local travel, there are intermittent buses to Sarteneja, a 2-hour drive to the east.

This car rental and road transfer agency has a fleet of brand-new vans to get you around the region and the whole country. Conveniently, we also drop you off in Mexico (from Chetumal to Cancún) and pick you up at the Santa Elena border crossing. All in minivans with air-conditioning and first-class comfort. Tours and excursions, car rentals and vehicles for your stay in Belize. Professional attention and quality vehicles make this a great choice in the north.

The Panamanian airline flies on Fridays to its hub in Panama City. From there, connections to all of Latin America. Thanks to this airline, you can avoid having to go through the USA and obtain the famous ESTA to enter the country. The connection to Panama from Europe is rarely possible on the same day, but it's the perfect opportunity to discover the Panama Canal and enjoy two trips in one! It's not necessarily the cheapest route, but it's an option worth considering when planning your trip.

Belize City's municipal airport is almost in the center of town, making it very attractive for those who don't have a car and need to fly to another city. Tropicair and Maya Island Air fly daily and regularly to all national destinations: San Pedro, Caye Caulker and Dangriga are all within easy reach. Check-in is quick, as the airport is not large. No need to go all the way to the international airport!

An excellent option for a luxury transfer at low cost. Here, the air-conditioned vans are shared and the rates are very well detailed on the booking site. The vans leave from Belize City International Airport for San Ignacio, and now also connect with Hopkins and Placencia. We can drop you off right at your hotel door. Handy to avoid wasting time on arrival (booking essential on the web page or through the local contacts listed on the website). Three departures a day to San Ignacio.

The Mexican company has set up a small ticket office at the local bus station. This opens about two hours before the buses leave, and tickets can be purchased several days in advance. After a three-year interruption, the service resumed in July 2023 and is now operating normally again. The bus stops in Chetumal before leaving Belize, and in Bacalar, Tulum and Playa del Carmen once in Mexico. A great way to discover the Yucatan coast at lower cost, while enjoying the scenery along the way.

10 daily trips in both directions Punta Gorda - Belize City (4 a.m. to 4 p.m.), Belize City - Punta Gorda (6.15 a.m. to 3.15 p.m.). Buses make stops at Independence (ferry to Placencia), Dangriga and Belmopan. You can also stop off at Cockscomb Wildlife Basin Sanctuary en route. Please note that the Express service departs Punta Gorda at 4am, 6am and 3pm and Belize City at 5.15am, 12.15pm and 3.45pm. The buses are in excellent condition, and the drivers are careful and punctual, guaranteeing a worry-free journey.

Meet around 10 a.m. in front of the Island Breeze bar & grill, at the corner of the beach bordering the river, and ask about the boats to Tobacco Caye in about 45 minutes. You may have to wait a while for enough passengers to make the trip, or compensate for their absence by paying a few extra dollars. The service is professional and fairly well organized, and most of the captains are from the same family and have known each other all their lives, so you're guaranteed to help each other out if there's a problem starting up the boats.

Around ten departures a day to Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye (San Pedro). Once you have purchased your tickets, you can use them for the next 90 days. They are non-refundable. From Caye Caulker and San Pedro, you can take ferries to Chetumal in Mexico (about three a week, but check the website for seasonal changes). For peace of mind, please arrive 1 hour before departure.