Public bus transportation

[cole'snana]

On a previous thread it was mentioned that there is a public bus for $2.50 a person.

Does anyone know if this bus goes down the road to stop at Smith's Cove? Thank you.

[Capt_BJ]

in the past, the bus route that goes that way was infrequently run and it was not recommended you rely on it.

 

however here's what Sunset House has to say on their web site (recently updated)

 

Public Bus Service

A public mini-bus transport system connects all districts of Grand Cayman. The buses can be identified by numbers in a coloured circle.

There are some bus stops along major routes, but you can flag down a passing bus at any point. When you want to get off, just let your driver know.

Fares range from CI$2 for short trips to CI$5 for longer trips to East End or Cayman Kai. If you are going to the end of the line, check with the bus driver that there will be a bus coming to pick you up, especially if you’ll be traveling back late in the afternoon. For a small additional fee of CI$1–$3, it is possible to ask the driver to deviate a little from the bus route. Sunset House is not on a regular bus route, so just ask your driver if he will deviate from his route for a few extra dollars. 

The public bus terminal is located adjacent the Public Library on Edward St in downtown George Town and serves as the dispatch point for buses to all districts. 

Cayman Public Bus Times (Approximate)

Monday–Thursday 6am–11pm
Friday and Saturday 6am–1am
A limited service operates on Sundays

 

 

route 7,8,9B includes Smith Cove . . . 

[cb at sea]

Google "Grand Cayman Bus service"...lots of info, routes and schedules will pop up.

[blyle]

The buses have been small 6 passenger vans but perhaps they are using larger ones.

 

[cole'snana]

We ended up walking to Smith's Cove. It took us, at a leisurely pace (we're 70 and 72) about 30 minutes.

Lovely walk past homes with beautiful gardens.