Getting around Bahrain
Asia
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
~6h30 direct (Gulf Air)
Indicative round-trip price
400-800 EUR A/R
Book
2-4 months ahead (pricier during the March F1 GP)
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
Modern, very cheap public bus network (0.3 BHD per trip), but slow and ill-suited to tourists in a hurry.
Train
No trains. A light metro is planned but not yet open.
Taxi
Taxis à compteur (souvent à négocier). Prise en charge ~1 BHD. Exige le meter ou fixe le prix avant.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airport (BAH) | Manama center | Taxi / VTC | 20-30 min | 6-7 BHD |
| Manama | Sakhir F1 circuit | Voiture / taxi | 30-40 min | 8-12 BHD |
| Manama | Muharraq (souk, pearl crafts) | Taxi / bus | 15-20 min | 2-4 BHD |
| Manama | Tree of Life | Voiture / taxi | 40 min | 10-15 BHD |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
All but non-existent, not recommended (heat, traffic)
Car
10-25 BHD / day
International permit recommended
International permit : Required or strongly recommended
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Taxi without a meter
Some drivers refuse the meter and inflate the price.
Tip :Insist on the meter or set the fare before getting in, or use Careem/Uber.
Surfacturation aéroport
Taxis à l'aéroport plus chers.
Tip :Budget 6-7 BHD to reach Manama, book via an app.
Practical tips
- Renting a car is the best choice: very cheap fuel, short distances, excellent roads.
- Careem is the most reliable app for avoiding taxi haggling.
- Vérifie la situation aérienne avant de partir (des fermetures d'espace aérien régional ont perturbé les vols).
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