Getting around Bahrain

Air:

There are no internal flights within Bahrain.

Side of road:

Right

Road quality:

Manama is served by an excellent road system. Road signs are written in English and Arabic.

Car hire:

Most of the major international car hire companies operate in Bahrain with representatives at the airport and at big hotels.

Taxi:

You can hire taxis in the street or from stands outside hotels and at major tourist attractions. They are identifiable by their orange side-wings and yellow number plates. Share-taxis which carry up to five passengers are also available. These are recognisable by a yellow circle with the licence number in black painted on the driver's door and by their white and orange number plates. There are several designated pick-up points. Meters are not used and fares should always be agreed beforehand. Radio cabs are also available.

Regulations:

Speed limits for Bahrain are 60km/h in towns, 80-100km/h on open roads and 120km/h on motorways.

Documentation:

You can drive using an International Driving Permit for up to a year.

By water:

Transport between the smaller islands is by motorboat or dhow. For details, contact local travel agents.

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