There is no public transport system on the island so it
is recommend that visitors to the island take advantage
of one of Norfolk's inexpensive car hire companies. Some
of the major hotels provide a pick up and delivery service
at set times during the day.
There is a Taxi Service available only on request.Norfolk
has over 170km of road and most are tar sealed.
The speed limit is 40km/h through town, 25km/h in the
National Parks and down at Kingston and Emily Bay. The
school zone is 30km/h between the hours of 8.00am until
3.30pm during school days. Out side of these areas the
speed limit is 50km/h.
Driving is on the left hand side of the road and locals
wave to all passing vehicles which is called the "Norfolk
Wave." many visitors to the island spend there
holiday learning new waving technics.
You can get your driving license on Norfolk Island
at the age of 16 but to hire a vehicle from the hire
companies you must have a current drivers license and
be at least 21 years of age.
WARNING: COWS HAVE THE
RIGHT OF WAY ON NORFOK ROADS
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