Ocho Rios to Kingston by bus and route taxi
There's a direct ride from Ocho Rios to Kingston: the JUTC Bus 610, about 2h on the road.
Travel timeabout 2h
FareJ$500–J$550
ChangesDirect
Ways to get there
Direct
JUTC Bus 610
- Catch the JUTC Bus 610 at Ocho Rios Bus Park. Look for the board: 610 · Half Way Tree. Fare: $500 SmartFare / $550 cash. About 2h to Half Way Tree.
Another way
Knutsford Express
- Catch the Knutsford Express at Knutsford Express terminal in Ocho Rios. Look for the board: New Kingston. Fare: $2,950 walk-up · book early for less. About 2h to New Kingston.
Another way
JUTC Bus 612 → JUTC Bus 21
- Catch the JUTC Bus 612 at Ocho Rios Bus Park. Look for the board: 612 · Spanish Town. Fare: Check JUTC schedule PDF (612). About 1h 45m to Spanish Town. On the way: Moneague, Linstead, Bog Walk.
- Change at Spanish Town.
- Catch the JUTC Bus 21 at Spanish Town Bus Terminal. Look for the board: 21 · Half Way Tree. Fare: $50 SmartFare / $100 cash. About 40 min to Half Way Tree.
Another way
JUTC Bus 612 → JUTC Bus 23A
- Catch the JUTC Bus 612 at Ocho Rios Bus Park. Look for the board: 612 · Spanish Town. Fare: Check JUTC schedule PDF (612). About 1h 45m to Spanish Town. On the way: Moneague, Linstead, Bog Walk.
- Change at Spanish Town.
- Catch the JUTC Bus 23A at Spanish Town Bus Terminal. Look for the board: 23A · Half Way Tree. Fare: $50 SmartFare / $100 cash. About 40 min to Half Way Tree.
Questions people ask
How much is the bus or taxi from Ocho Rios to Kingston?
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 Ocho Rios to Kingston?
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 Kingston in Ocho Rios?
Go to Ocho Rios Bus Park and look for the board that says “610 · Half Way Tree”.
Is there a direct bus from Ocho Rios to Kingston?
Yes. The JUTC Bus 610 runs direct from Ocho Rios to Kingston.
Going the other way? Kingston to Ocho Rios