Kingston to Montego Bay by bus and route taxi
There's a direct ride from Kingston to Montego Bay: the JUTC Bus Rural Express, about 3h 45m on the road.
Travel timeabout 3h 45m
FareJ$2,000
ChangesDirect
Ways to get there
Direct
JUTC Bus Rural Express
- Catch the JUTC Bus Rural Express at Half Way Tree Transport Centre. Look for the board: Rural Express · Montego Bay. Fare: $2,000 introductory. About 3h 45m to Montego Bay.
Another way
Coaster / Minibus
- Catch the Coaster / Minibus at Downtown Kingston / Half Way Tree rural stands. Look for the board: Montego Bay. Fare: See posted fare at the stand. About 4h to Montego Bay. Tell the driver where you're stopping.
Another way
Knutsford Express
- Catch the Knutsford Express at Knutsford New Kingston terminal. Look for the board: Montego Bay. Fare: Book online — fare at booking. Ride to Montego Bay.
Another way
JUTC Bus 610 → Coaster / Minibus
- Catch the JUTC Bus 610 at Half Way Tree Transport Centre. Look for the board: 610 · Ocho Rios. Fare: $500 SmartFare / $550 cash. About 2h to Ocho Rios.
- Change at Ocho Rios.
- Catch the Coaster / Minibus at Ocho Rios Bus Park. Look for the board: Montego Bay. Fare: See posted fare at the stand. About 1h 50m to Montego Bay. Tell the driver where you're stopping.
Questions people ask
How much is the bus or taxi from Kingston to Montego Bay?
About J$2,000 the recommended way (JUTC Bus Rural Express). Fares checked 4 November 2026; confirm the posted fare at the stand.
How long does it take to get from Kingston to Montego Bay?
About 3h 45m by JUTC Bus Rural Express. Route taxis and coasters leave when full, so allow extra time.
Where do I catch the bus or taxi to Montego Bay in Kingston?
Go to Half Way Tree Transport Centre and look for the board that says “Rural Express · Montego Bay”.
Is there a direct bus from Kingston to Montego Bay?
Yes. The JUTC Bus Rural Express runs direct from Kingston to Montego Bay.
Going the other way? Montego Bay to Kingston