Kingston to Ocho Rios by bus and route taxi

There's a direct ride from Kingston to Ocho Rios: the JUTC Bus 610, about 2h on the road.

Travel timeabout 2h

FareJ$500–J$550

ChangesDirect

Ways to get there

Direct

2h · J$500–J$550

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.

Another way

2h · J$2,950

Catch the Knutsford Express at Knutsford New Kingston terminal. Look for the board: Ocho Rios. Fare: $2,950 walk-up · book early for less. About 2h to Ocho Rios.

Another way

2h 40m · J$50–J$100+

Catch the JUTC Bus 21 at Half Way Tree Transport Centre. Look for the board: 21 · Spanish Town. Fare: $50 SmartFare / $100 cash. About 40 min to Spanish Town.
Change at Spanish Town.
Catch the JUTC Bus 612 at Spanish Town Bus Terminal. Look for the board: 612 · Ocho Rios. Fare: Check JUTC schedule PDF (612). About 1h 45m to Ocho Rios. On the way: Bog Walk, Linstead, Moneague.

Another way

2h 40m · J$50–J$100+

Catch the JUTC Bus 23A at Half Way Tree Transport Centre. Look for the board: 23A · Spanish Town. Fare: $50 SmartFare / $100 cash. About 40 min to Spanish Town.
Change at Spanish Town.
Catch the JUTC Bus 612 at Spanish Town Bus Terminal. Look for the board: 612 · Ocho Rios. Fare: Check JUTC schedule PDF (612). About 1h 45m to Ocho Rios. On the way: Bog Walk, Linstead, Moneague.

How much is the bus or taxi from Kingston to Ocho Rios?

About J$500–J$550 the recommended way (JUTC Bus 610). Fares checked 4 November 2026; confirm the posted fare at the stand.

How long does it take to get from Kingston to Ocho Rios?

About 2h by JUTC Bus 610. Route taxis and coasters leave when full, so allow extra time.

Where do I catch the bus or taxi to Ocho Rios in Kingston?

Go to Half Way Tree Transport Centre and look for the board that says “610 · Ocho Rios”.

Is there a direct bus from Kingston to Ocho Rios?

Yes. The JUTC Bus 610 runs direct from Kingston to Ocho Rios.