How To Get From Ocho Rios to Negril – All Possible Ways

Last updated on March 14th, 2023 at 10:09 am

How To Get From Ocho Rios to Negril – You can go by bus, van, taxi and private transfer.

What Is The Distance From Ocho Rios to Negril?

The distance from Ocho Rios to Negril is 180 kilometers and the travel time is around 3 hours by taxi and the taxi fare is around $250 USD. Read here how to get from Ocho Rios to Montego Bay, Ocho Rios to Kingston, Negril to Montego Bay, Negril to Ocho Rios and Negril to Kingston

What Is The Cheapest Way From Ocho Rios to Negril?

The cheapest way from Ocho Rios to Negril is by local bus for 1050 JMD which is $7 USD and the travel time is around 4 hours. If you get Knutsford Express will take around 3 hours and 20 minutes for $25 USD.

You can also rent a car in Ocho Rios or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi.

WHERE TO STAY IN NEGRIL

There are dormitory rooms that you can rent the bed for as low as $20 USD a night if you want the cheapest option in Negril. Double-room hostels can cost up to $30-40 USD a night while mid-range hotels cost more or less $80 USD a night.

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HOW TO GET FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL

BUS FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Ocho Rios to Negril is by bus. There are a few public buses running daily from Ocho Rios to Negril that will make a few stops like passing by Montego Bay.

The bus fare from Ocho Rios to Negril is 1050 JMD which is $7 USD. The travel time from Ocho Rios to Negril is around 4 hours which is a longer time than Knutsford Express Bus.

KNUTSFORD EXPRESS BUS FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL (FASTEST WAY)

You can get the Knutsford Express going from Ocho Rios to Negril. The travel time from Ocho Rios to Negril is around 3 hours and 20 minutes. The bus fare from Ocho Rios to Negril is around $25 USD. Click here to check Knutsford Express schedule and prices!

TAXI FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL

If you go from Ocho Rios to Negril by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 3 hours driving and the taxi fare from Ocho Rios to Negril is around $250 USD which is 40000 JMD. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

CAR RENTAL AT OCHO RIOS

There are many options for renting a car in Ocho Rios. Renting a car is the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Negril or if you want to move around. It will take you 3 hours in a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz and Avis available for rent and prices are around $30-40 USD per day.

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PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort. Prices are around $300 USD and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be $75 USD per person.

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BEST WAY TRANSPORTATION FROM OCHO RIOS TO NEGRIL

The best way from Ocho Rios to Negril is by public bus and Knutsford Express if you are going on a budget. Since it’s cheaper than a taxi and it will take starting from 3 hours 20 minutes up to 4 hours with the public bus.

Prices will be from $7 USD for the public bus to $25 USD with the Knutsford Express Bus. If you wish more comfort private transportation or a taxi can be your option if you have so much luggage.

WHERE TO STAY IN NEGRIL

There are dormitory rooms that you can rent the bed for as low as $20 USD a night if you want the cheapest option. AirBnb are also available, mostly for about $30-45 USD a night. Click here if you want to get $30 credit on your first booking in AirBnb.

Double room hostels can costs up to $30-40 USD a night while mid-range hotels costs more or less $80 USD a night.

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FOOD BUDGET TRAVEL IN JAMAICA

You can find local meals in Jamaica around $3-4 USD per person. At lunch you might want a chicken sandwich for $5 USD salad, burger and pizza with a fresh fruit drink for $7-10 USD. You can have a budget of $15-20 USD a day and it can already get you more then enough decent meals in Jamaica.

BEST TIME TO VISIT JAMAICA

In Jamaica their summer (December to April), there are fewer rains than normal. In their winter (May to November), the rains are almost non-stop. For most tourists best time to visit Jamaica is from December to April because of easier transport. 

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CASH AND ATMS IN JAMAICA

The currency of Jamaica is called Jamaican Dollars and as of now, $1 USD is worth 150 JMD Jamaican Dollars. Do not exchange your currency at the airport because you’ll get less than what you’ll get with the city’s exchange. Anyway if you are bringing USD you can use them while traveling around Jamaica no need to exchange them.

Bank or debit cards in an ATM are the recommended way to access your funds while traveling in Jamaica. Know real-time currency exchange here!

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