Taxi & Transport Scams in St. John's, Antigua
Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. Below are the taxi & transport scams reported in St. John's — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Willemstad, San José, and Havana.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Taxi & Transport Scams
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Total in St. John's
How it works
Antigua taxis operate on government-fixed zone fares, but drivers at the Heritage Quay and Redcliffe Quay cruise piers routinely quote tourists rates well above the official table. The fare to English Harbour, for example, has a published rate that some drivers double for cruise passengers.
How it works
Unlicensed drivers solicit passengers in the arrivals hall and car park at V.C. Bird International Airport before travelers can reach the official taxi rank. They agree verbally to a fixed price but add surcharges for luggage, nighttime, or hotel location on arrival, inflating the fare by 50–100% over the regulated rate. Some also take unnecessarily long routes to inflate mileage.
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10 total warnings across all categories