Transportation in Suva

Suva moves on its buses and shared minibuses, the bright yellow public buses run set routes through the city centre and out to the suburbs, while the smaller minivans (look for the route boards in the windscreen) dart through traffic and cost a fraction of a taxi. Taxis are plentiful and metered. But agree the fare up front if the meter isn't running; rides into town are a moderate splurge compared with the buses. There's no rail or metro, so the choice is essentially between the cheap, crowded buses/minivans and the comfort of a cab. First-timers should note that buses and vans stop running by early evening, so plan your return before dusk or budget for a taxi. The main city terminal is by the municipal market, easy to find, but double-check the destination with the driver before boarding. For airport transfers, the official taxi rank outside arrivals is the only reliable option. Rideshare apps don't operate here, and the hotel shuttles (if offered) are typically a splurge. Skip the unlicensed drivers who approach inside the terminal, stick to the marked rank and confirm the meter or fixed fare before loading your bags.