Everything travelers want to know about Macau's free shuttle buses.
Yes, it is completely free. The shuttles are operated by Macau's hotels and casinos to attract visitors, so there is no fare to pay and nothing to register.
Yes, most shuttle buses are open to everyone, not just hotel guests. Staff almost never check whether you are staying at the hotel — simply line up at the stop and board.
Yes, anyone can board regardless of whether they gamble. It's perfectly fine to take the shuttle just to enjoy the hotel's restaurants, shops, or shows and head back.
Yes, travelers of any nationality can use the shuttles. They are one of the most popular means of transportation among tourists visiting Macau.
No, you generally don't need to show anything. During busy hours staff may occasionally ask where you are headed, but they won't ask for ID or a booking confirmation.
On most routes you simply queue up and board without a ticket. Some hotels hand out boarding passes at the concierge desk during peak hours, but these are also free.
No, no reservation is needed — boarding is first come, first served. If a bus fills up you'll have to wait for the next one, so allow extra time for time-sensitive trips such as going to the airport.
Yes, there is no limit on the number of rides. You can freely use multiple routes as many times as you like in a day.
Yes, children ride for free as well. However, people under 21 are not allowed on casino floors, so use routes inside the hotel that don't pass through the casino.
They are a marketing tool to bring visitors to their casinos, shopping malls, and restaurants. The easier it is for people to get there, the more the facilities are used — so it benefits the hotels too.
Direct hotel-to-hotel routes are rare. Most shuttles run between hotels and transport hubs such as the airport, ferry terminals, and border gates, so you can transfer at a hub to another hotel's shuttle. Hotels in the same group sometimes operate loop shuttles between their properties.
Yes, you can transfer as many times as you like. Just keep in mind that waiting and headway times add up, so more transfers mean a longer journey.
To a large extent, yes. Major hotels, casinos, ferry terminals, the airport, and border gates are all connected by shuttle, and sights like Senado Square are within walking distance of nearby hotels. For a few areas the shuttles don't reach, public buses or taxis are more convenient.
Use transport hubs such as the airport, ferry terminals, or the Border Gate. Take a shuttle to the hub first, then find the stop for your destination hotel's shuttle and board there. Select your start and end points on this site to see transfer routes.
Yes, you can bring a carry-on on most shuttles. Store it under the seat or in the luggage area; airport and ferry terminal routes carry many passengers with luggage, so it's completely normal.
Usually yes, but luggage space is limited. During busy times you might have to wait for the next bus, and if your group has a lot of luggage, a taxi may be worth considering.
No, they are mainly operated by large hotels and resorts with casinos. Many small and mid-sized hotels don't have shuttles, so check your hotel's routes on this site in advance.