Quote Originally Posted by Melody View Post
$500 JMD from beach to far west end is per person, correct? I've read that the usual rate for 2 pp is $10 - $15 US. I'm just wondering if charter taxis are just as plentiful on the street as route taxis; as the OP & others are suggesting that tourists should avoid using route taxis either altogether or for sure during "rush hour" because route taxis are intended for the working people, not tourists.
There is no "usual" rate - it is always up to you to determine the price. Capitalism once again. But JA$500 will rarely be turned down for a beach to cliffs run.

The number of route taxis on any given route is limited, and there are always many more charter taxis than route taxis.