Roads which run off major routes can be very unpredictable, and are susceptible to poor weather conditions. In Tobago the roads though narrow in parts are improving dramatically and most of the island is easy to reach. Tourists should have no qualms about driving around Tobago at any time of the day or night, although caution should be exercised in more rural areas where chickens and sheep may wander across roads. In the absence of a railway, the main towns are served by bus but although these are cheap, they are crowded and unreliable. In Tobago, there are regular bus services between Scarborough bus station and Crown Point, Buccoo, Plymouth and Roxborough.
All official taxis have registration 'H'.
Hiring a private taxi is much more expensive but gives the freedom to go where you like. Though there are fixed rates for certain journeys, it is best to establish this before you start your journey. The quickest and most cost-effective way to get around is by Route taxis and Maxi taxis which serve standard routes within Trinidad, particularly around Port of Spain, starting their route from in or near Independence Square. These have fixed rates. Drivers will indicate they have room by sounding their horn.