How The Buses Work in Grenada WI
Buses in Grenada West Indies are privately-owned vans that seat up to 16 but somehow the conductor fits up to 20 people. It’s a tight fit, with lots of shifting around to let passengers in and out. The owners of the buses – who are usually also the drivers – are accompanied by a conductor who sits beside the sliding side door, often with their head hanging out the window looking for passengers.
Bus schedules
Buses run from around 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The Grand Anse route operates a little later, although service suffers substantially after it gets dark. If you go exploring outside of St. George’s/Grand Anse, make sure to return to your bus stop by 5:00 p.m. Make your travel arrangements appropriately. If you’re unsure, ask a conductor.
Catching the bus
The conductor scouts the roadside for passengers as they travel and will often call out to you, even if you’re not looking at him, and signals the driver to stop with a word or a snap of the fingers. And if you’re on the wrong side of the road, the conductor will stop traffic just for you.
Even though there are designated bus stops along the main roads every so often, and of course the main bus terminals in St. George’s, Grenville, and Sauteurs. everyone – whether at a stop or on the main road – has a chance of having the bus stop for them.
The buses are adaptable because the more passengers they can fit on board, the more money they will make. They also need to make the most of the limited number of daily runs on the route (they can’t just go whenever they like). And they surely make the most of it.
Simply tap on the side surface or window of the bus as the bus approaches your destination, and the driver will pull over to the nearest safe area to let you down.
Grenada Bus Fares
The cost of a bus ticket in Grenada is quite low. The prices vary based on the route. Route #1, for example, is $2.50ec (less than $1.00us) per person. Route #2 costs $5.00ec (less than $2us) per person to Westerhall and $10 EC per person from St. George’s to Grenville. The cost of Route #6 to Grand Etang was $7.50 EC per person. Nonetheless, it is a cost-effective way to visit the island or simply travel around.
The fare for the bus is paid at the end of the journey. Pay in Euros instead of any other money. Before boarding, inquire about fares or your destination with the conductor.
How They Drive - Hang on for dear life.
In Grenada, a bus ride is never dull. That’s because you’ll be holding something for balance for the most of the journey as the bus rushes down the highway, swerving to avoid traffic and careening through often-blind mountain curves. It is certain to get your heart racing. In addition, they’ll slow down or stop abruptly. Surprisingly, despite the driving style, bus accidents appear to be rare.
Where Grenada Buses Run
The cost of a bus ticket in Grenada is quite low. The prices vary based on the route. Route #1, for example, is $2.50ec (less than $1.00us) per person. Route #2 costs $5.00ec (less than $2us) per person to Westerhall and $10ec per person from St. George’s to Grenville. The cost of Route #6 to Grand Etang was $7.50ec per person.
The bus routes and bus route in Grenada are as follows:
- Bus #1 – St. George’s, via Lagoon Road, via Grand Anse, to Calliste.
- Bus #2 – St. George’s, via Springs, via Woodlands, to Woburn.
- Bus #2 – St. George’s, via Calivigny, via Westerhall, to Grenville.
- Bus #3 – St. George’s, via Richmond Hill, via Morne Jaloux, via Marian.
- Bus #4 – St. George’s, via Beaton, via La Tante, via Grenville.
- Bus #5 – St. George’s, via Grand Roy, via Gouyave, to Victoria.
- Bus #6 – St. George’s, via Grand Etang, via Birch Grove, to Grenville.
- Bus #7 – St. George’s, via Annandale, to New Hampshire.
- Bus #7 – St. George’s, via River Road, via Tempe, via Mt Parnassus. (Mt. Parnassus Inn Directions)
- Bus #8 – St. George’s, via Cherry Hill, via Fontenoy, to Happy Hill.
- Bus #8 – St. George’s, via Cherry Hill, via Fonyenoy, to Mt Moritz.
- Bus #8 – St. George’s, via Cherry Hill, via Beausejour, to Brizan.
- Bus #9 – Sauteurs, via Rose Hill, via River Sallee, to Grenville.
- Bus #9 – Sauteurs, via Hermitage, via Tivoli, to Grenville.
The bus will occasionally deviate from its regular route to make a drop-off, pick-up, or package delivery. Don’t worry, it’ll be back on track in no time.
Departure from the Bus
You’d think we wouldn’t have to say anything about getting off the bus, but… There are no buttons, bells, or ropes to pull. Knock on the side or roof of the bus when you’re close to your destination, and they’ll pull over at the next stop. You’ll figure it out by watching what other passengers do.
If you’re not sure where you’re going, ask the conductor to notify you when the bus arrives — they’re usually fairly accommodating.