Public transport in New Caledonia

This page describes the networks covered by the application and by this site: urban and intercity buses, ferry services and the airport shuttle. Journey planning, line timetables and the map all rely on the same data.

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Networks covered

Six networks are referenced, across Grande Terre and out to the islands.

Tanéo

The urban bus network of Greater Nouméa. It serves Nouméa, Dumbéa, Mont-Dore and Païta, with daytime, evening and suburban lines.

RAI, the intercity coach network

Coaches linking Nouméa to the rest of Grande Terre: Koumac, Koné, Voh, Poindimié, Hienghène, Houaïlou, Canala, Kouaoua, Ponérihouen, Thio, Yaté, Pouébo, Poum and Arama.

Betico, SAS SUDILES

Ferry services from Nouméa to the Isle of Pines, the Loyalty Islands and Ouvéa.

Yalap Belep

The ferry link between Koumac and the Belep islands, operated by the Seabreeze I.

Tontouta Express

The shuttle between Nouméa and La Tontouta international airport.

Ouaième ferry

The Ouaième ferry on the east coast, operated by the Province Nord planning and land authority (DAF).

Planning a journey

Enter a starting and destination address or place, then pick a travel mode. The result breaks down transfers, walking times and distances.

Public transport, with the lines used and every transfer detailed.

Walking, choosing between the shortest route, the flattest, or the one that puts pedestrian safety first.

Cycling, choosing between the fastest, the flattest, or cycle paths and bike-friendly streets.

Driving, choosing between the shortest distance or a route weighted by climbs.

Checking timetables

Timetables are shown by line, by direction and by date. Each line's route and stops can be displayed on the map.

How reliable is this information?

The timetables, routes and stops shown come from data published by the transport operators. They are indicative only and may be incomplete or out of date. No guarantee is given as to their accuracy, nor regarding cancellations, changes or added services. Always check with the operator before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

Which New Caledonia networks are covered?

The Tanéo urban network of Greater Nouméa, the RAI intercity coaches, the Betico ferries to the Isle of Pines and the Loyalty Islands, the Yalap Belep link to the Belep islands, the Tontouta Express airport shuttle, and the Ouaième ferry.

Are the timetables guaranteed?

No. Timetables, routes and stops come from data published by the transport operators and are indicative only. They may be incomplete or out of date, and no guarantee is given regarding cancellations, changes or added services. Always check with the operator before you travel.

Is the service free?

Yes. The site and the application are free and require no account. Tickets themselves are bought from the operators.

How do I get to La Tontouta airport?

The Tontouta Express shuttle links Nouméa to the international airport. Its line appears in the timetables and in journey planning like any other.

How do I reach the Loyalty Islands or the Isle of Pines?

By the Betico ferry services from Nouméa. They appear in the application with their timetables and stops.

Which languages is the service available in?

French, English and Japanese. Line and stop names stay as published by the operators.

Contact and legal

A question, an error in the data, a missing line? Write to us.

contact@italofa.nc