Isle of Man Transport

Type:Bus & Coach

Isle of Man Transport

About

Isle of Man Transport offers the advantage of an extensive and unique public transport network – including buses, steam trains, electric trams and horse trams so groups travelling without their own transport are well catered for. 

Bus Vannin incorporates a fleet of modern buses which are comfortable and fully accessible. Isle of Man Railways include the Isle of Man Steam Railway, Manx Electric Railway, Snaefell Mountain Railway and the Douglas Bay Horse Tramway.

Groups will be surprised by how easy it is to explore the Island’s 221 square miles either by coach, scheduled or private hire bus service, on foot, or aboard the Victorian steam and electric railways.

Special events celebrating the joy of the railway and vintage ages take place throughout the season and are increasingly popular.

Go Explore Cards

The best way to make travel seamless and cost effective is to buy a Go Explore card. The card entitles the holder to unlimited travel on our scheduled bus, heritage rail (including Groudle Glen and Laxey Mines Railway) and Horse Tram services for 1,3, 5 or 7 consecutive days.

To make things even easier we offer a 5 day Go Explore Heritage card which includes unlimited travel plus admission to all Manx National Heritage attractions. Call Isle of Man Transport before your group visits on +44 (0) 1624 697400. We can discuss the most cost effective way to get around the Island and offer discounts for groups of 20 or more.

 

Contact

Transport Headquarters, Banks Circus, Douglas, IM1 5PT

Tel: +44 (0) 1624 697400

Opening Times

* See website for schedules of different services.

Map & Directions

Public Transport Directions

The main bus station from which all Bus Vannin services operate are situated on Lord Street in Douglas and pictured on the map.

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  1. Experience the excitement of travelling between Douglas and the south of the Island on a…

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  2. Bursting with artefacts and treasures unique to the Isle of Man, including hoards of…

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  3. Take a tour of the Gaiety Theatre, one of the finest remaining examples of work from the…

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  6. Part of the Manx National Heritage portfolio. This feat of Victorian engineering and…

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  7. Opposite Tynwald Hill, the centre covers on how Tynwald works and other 'thing sites'…

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  8. A wide range of exhibits relating to the military and aviation history of the Isle of Man…

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  9. Uncover the story of the inventive George Quayle and his most significant surviving…

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  10. Discover one of the best preserved medieval castles in Europe.

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  12. A visit or guided tour of the Cathedral will tell you the hidden secrets of the Island's…

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  13. Part of the Manx National Heritage portfolio. The legendary sea god Manannan will guide…

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Isle of Man Steam Railway, DouglasExperience the excitement of travelling between Douglas and the south of the Island on a Victorian steam railway perfectly preserved in time.

Manx Electric Railway, DouglasThe 17 mile railway is 130 years old in 2023 and is one of most scenic stretches of railway in the British Isles from the capital Douglas to Laxey (connecting with the Snaefell Mountain Railway) and Ramsey. The vintage tram cars can transport up to 76 people.

Snaefell Mountain Railway, LaxeyJoin the Snaefell Mountain Railway at Laxey and travel to the summit of Snaefell. From here, at over 2,000 feet and on a clear day, it is said you can see seven kingdoms at a glance, unless of course the legendary Manannan cloaks you in mist.

Close up of decorated trammer horseDouglas Bay Horse Tramway, DouglasTake a nostalgic journey along Douglas Promenade on the world's oldest horse drawn tramway. Trams depart regularly from Derby Castle throughout the day. Groups can also visit the Horse Tram depot and Stables by prior arrangement.

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