Transport in Mauritius

Mauritius drives on the left. Road users arriving from right-driving countries need extra care at junctions, roundabouts, crossings, and when entering an unfamiliar vehicle. Buses form an important part of public transport and connect many towns, villages, and activity centres. Routes, stopping patterns, comfort, and operating periods differ, so local confirmation is valuable. The Metro Express is a modern light-rail service along a developed urban corridor. It is useful within the places it serves but is not an island-wide railway network. Taxis provide direct travel and can be practical where public transport is inconvenient. Passengers should identify the destination clearly and understand how the fare will be determined before the journey. Private cars offer flexibility, especially outside main corridors. They also bring responsibility for licensing, insurance, parking, fuel, maintenance, and safe driving in heavy or unfamiliar traffic. Motorcycles and scooters are common but expose riders to greater risk. Helmets, visibility, defensive riding, suitable training, and caution in rain are essential. Walking and cycling conditions vary. Some roads have limited pavements, shoulders, lighting, or safe crossing points, so the shortest route may not be the safest. Travel times can change greatly with congestion, school and work movements, weather, road works, and local events. Leaving extra time is more reliable than judging a trip only by map distance.