Getting Around Guam

Renting a car is by far the most convenient and popular way to get around Guam. The island is compact — about 30 miles long and 4–8 miles wide — making it easy to drive from one end to the other in under an hour. Without a car, you're largely limited to the Tumon Bay hotel corridor and nearby shopping areas.

All major international car rental companies operate in Guam, including Hertz, Budget, Avis, Enterprise, and several local operators. Rental desks are located at Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport and in major hotels along Tumon Bay. Daily rates typically start from around $50/day for a compact car, rising to $80–$120 for SUVs which are popular for beach trips and dirt road access in the south and north.

Book your rental car in advance, especially during peak season (December–April) and Japanese school holidays. Supply can be limited and prices rise significantly during busy periods.

Guam follows US rules: visitors can drive with a valid foreign driver's licence for the duration of their stay (up to 30 days under the Visa Waiver Program). An International Driving Permit (IDP) is helpful but generally not required — most rental agencies accept a valid home country licence.

Japanese and Korean licences are widely accepted by rental car companies in Guam given the high volume of visitors from those countries. Always carry your original licence (not just a photocopy) when driving.

Guam drives on the right-hand side of the road. Road signs are in English. Speed limits are posted in miles per hour (mph). Seatbelts are mandatory for all occupants.

Guam Mass Transit Authority (GMTA) operates a public bus network covering the main residential and commercial areas of the island. Routes connect Tumon, Tamuning, Hagåtña, Dededo, and Mangilao, among other areas.

Buses run infrequently — often every 30–60 minutes — and do not cover many of the island's scenic beaches, villages, or tourist attractions outside of Tumon. For budget travellers with time flexibility, buses can work for basic point-to-point travel between main towns.

Fares are low (around $1.25 per ride). Exact change is typically required. Bus schedules are available from the GMTA website or at the central transit terminal in Hagåtña.

Taxis are available across Guam, particularly in Tumon, the airport, and major shopping areas. There are no metered taxis on Guam — fares are set by zone and should be confirmed before you get in. Always agree on the fare before starting your journey.

Hotel shuttles are available from many of the larger resort hotels and can be a convenient option for airport transfers. Check with your hotel on booking — some offer free or flat-rate airport pickup.

Note: Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft do not operate in Guam. Some local taxi companies can be reached by phone for pre-booked pickups.

Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport is located in Tamuning, just 5–10 minutes by car from the Tumon Bay hotel strip — one of the shortest airport-to-hotel drives of any major tourist destination.

Options for getting from the airport to your hotel include: rental car (most flexible), hotel shuttle (check with your hotel), or taxi (flat zone rates; agree price before boarding).

Most resort hotels have representatives at the arrivals hall who can assist guests. If you haven't pre-arranged transport, the taxi rank is directly outside the arrivals exit.

Guam drives on the right, like the US mainland. Roads in Tumon and main highways are in good condition, but some roads in the south and more remote areas can be rough and unpaved — an SUV is recommended for exploring off-road areas like Cetti Bay or parts of the northern coastline.

Guam has fuel stations throughout the island. Fuel prices are similar to the US mainland. Keep your tank reasonably full when exploring the south, where stations are less frequent.

Parking is generally easy and free at most beaches, parks, and attractions. Shopping malls in Tumon have large free parking areas.