Fast travel in GTA 6 unlocks after Chapter 2 and saves hours of driving time. There are three fast travel options: taxi, personal helicopter, and subway. This guide covers unlocking, costs, and the best routes.
Unlocking Fast Travel
Fast travel unlocks automatically after the "Crossing the State" mission in Chapter 2. After the mission, you can fast travel to:
- Any owned safehouse
- Any taxi stand
- Any owned business
Additional fast travel options unlock as you progress:
Personal Helicopter (Chapter 3)
After buying a helicopter or completing the "Pilot's License" mission, you can fast travel by helicopter to any helipad.
Subway (Chapter 4)
After completing the "Tunnel Vision" mission, you can fast travel by subway to any station.
Aircraft (Chapter 5)
After buying a plane or completing the "Wings of Leonida" mission, you can fast travel by aircraft to any airfield.
Taxi Stands
Taxi stands are found in every district. The taxi fare is calculated based on distance:
- Within district: $50
- Adjacent district: $200
- Cross-district: $500
- Cross-region: $1,500
Taxis skip cutscenes and arrive within seconds. They are the most reliable fast travel option.
Major Taxi Stand Locations
- Ocean Beach Promenade
- Downtown VC (corner of Bayshore and Main)
- Little Havana Plaza
- Brickridge Docks
- Vice Beach North Boardwalk
- Port Gellhorn Marina
- Grassrivers General Store
- Mount Kalaga Lodge
- Ambrosia Trading Post
Personal Helicopter
The personal helicopter is the fastest fast travel option for long distances. Once unlocked, the helicopter:
- Spawns at any owned helipad
- Fast travels to any other helipad in 30 seconds
- Costs $200 per trip
The downside is that you must own a helicopter and a helipad. The cheapest setup is the Brickridge Helipad plus a Maxton Hound helicopter, totaling around $1,200,000.
Subway
The subway is the cheapest fast travel option for cross-district travel:
- Cost: $20 per trip
- Travel time: 60 seconds
- Skips cutscenes
Subway stations are found in every major district. The Downtown Station is the busiest and has the most connections.
Best Routes Between Regions
Vice City to Port Gellhorn
- Taxi: $1,500, 90 seconds
- Helicopter: $200, 30 seconds
- Subway + Taxi: $520, 180 seconds
The helicopter is the fastest and cheapest for long distances.
Vice City to Mount Kalaga
- Helicopter: $200, 40 seconds
- Aircraft: $500, 20 seconds
Aircraft is the fastest option for very long distances.
Little Havana to Brickridge
- Taxi: $200, 45 seconds
- Subway: $20, 90 seconds
The subway is cheaper and barely slower for adjacent districts.
Co-op Fast Travel
In co-op, fast travel is slightly different:
- Both players must confirm the fast travel
- The cost is split 50/50
- Both players arrive at the same destination
FAQ: Fast Travel
Q: Can I fast travel during missions?
A: No. Fast travel is disabled during missions and during police pursuits.
Q: Are there free fast travel options?
A: Subway is the only free option, available after completing Chapter 4.
Q: Do taxi fares change with traffic?
A: No. The fare is fixed based on distance.
Q: Can I fast travel while wanted?
A: No. You must lose the wanted level first.
Q: Do fast travel options unlock in co-op?
A: Yes. All unlocks apply to both players.
With fast travel unlocked, you will save hours of driving time. Buy a helicopter early for long-distance travel, and use the subway for cross-district trips.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Don't Try to Fast Travel During Missions
Fast travel is disabled during missions. If you start a mission by accident, you have to complete or abandon it before you can fast travel.
Don't Fast Travel While Wanted
The wanted level persists through fast travel in some cases. Always lose the wanted level first.
Don't Use Fast Travel for Short Trips
Within a single district, fast travel is slower than walking or driving. Save the system for cross-district or cross-region trips.
Don't Ignore the Free Subway
The subway is free after Chapter 4. Use it for cross-district travel to save money.
Advanced Fast Travel Routes
The Downtown Cross
The Downtown District is the fastest hub for fast travel. Most taxi stands connect to Downtown, and the subway has four lines that terminate here.
The Highway Express
The highway is the fastest ground route between major districts. The highway has three lanes in each direction and no traffic lights. Most cross-district taxi trips use the highway.
The Coastal Route
The coastal route is the most scenic option for cross-region travel. It runs along the ocean and connects Vice City to Port Gellhorn.
The Inland Route
The inland route is the fastest ground option for very long trips. It connects Vice City to Mount Kalaga via a network of highways.
Fast Travel Etiquette in Co-op
In co-op, fast travel has a few rules:
- Both players must confirm
- The cost is split 50/50
- Both players arrive at the same destination
- The destination cannot be in the middle of a mission
If one player wants to fast travel and the other does not, you will have to compromise. Communication is key.
Final Tips
- Buy the helicopter as soon as possible. It is the best long-distance option.
- Use the subway for daily cross-district travel. It is free and fast.
- Use taxis for short trips where you do not own a helicopter yet.
- Plan your fast travel around story missions. Some unlocks only happen after specific chapters.