One of the British overseas territories, the Caribbean island of

Anguilla Anguilla ( ) is a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean. It is one of the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, lying east of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands and directly north of Saint Martin. The terr ...

measures only long by wide, so transport is simpler than in many countries. There is no public transport, such as bus or rail systems, since there isn't enough need. However, Anguilla's roads are better maintained than on many Caribbean islands. Cars are the main means of transport, with driving on the left-hand side of the road, as in the United Kingdom. Although speed limits rarely exceed per hour and traffic moves slowly, with the island's small size it doesn't take long to get anywhere. Taxi service is unmetered, with set rates published in tourist guides. In addition to regular transport, taxis often offer island tours lasting several hours. Fares must be paid in cash. Anguilla Ferry Arrivals

Ferries offer transport from Anguilla to other islands. The ferry from Blowing Point to Marigot, St. Martin, known to the locals as the Haddad Express, runs all day on the half-hour, into the night time. With no reservations required, taking the ferry is simple and inexpensive. Ferries can also be chartered to other destinations. One such Charter Service is from Blowing Point, Anguilla to

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to make travel easier. Other means of transport include bicycles,

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s, motorcycles and walking. Because of the territory's small land mass and flatter terrain, these methods make more sense on Anguilla than on many other Caribbean islands. Cars, bikes, mopeds and motorcycles are all available for rental at reasonable prices. Both well-known car rental agencies and local companies operate rental businesses. Groups may also charter a private bus for excursions. A railway was built to support

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mining on

Sombrero Island Sombrero, also known as Hat Island, is part of the British Overseas Territory of Anguilla and is the northernmost island of the Lesser Antilles. It lies north-west of Anguilla across the Dog and Prickly Pear Passage. The distance to Dog Isla ...

Statistics

Railways: 0 km Highways:
''total:'' 175 km
''country comparison to the world:'' 209
''paved:'' 82 km
''unpaved:'' 93 km (2004) Waterways: none Ports and harbours: Blowing Point, Road Bay Merchant marine: none (2002 est.) Airports: 3 (2008) :''country comparison to the world:'' 193 Airports – with paved runways:
''total:'' 1 (2008) The runway at Anguilla Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport was completely rebuilt and extended to 5,462 feet, opening to full use in January 2005. It can accommodate virtually any business jet currently flying. Airports – with unpaved runways:
''total:'' 2
''under 914 m:'' 2 (2008) :''See also :''

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