Transport in Tenerife

In this post of the travel guide of Tenerife we explain the big question that we all ask ourselves when we travel, in this case in the island of Tenerife: How to move in Tenerife? Can I move in Tenerife without a car? How does the public transport work in Tenerife? All these questions and many more are going to be solved so that you do not have any doubts about the best options to move in Tenerife, its advantages and disadvantages as well as the variants of transport.

Rent a car

The truth is that the possibilities that a car gives you can hardly be given by another transport. In an island like Tenerife, due to its dimension and its characteristics in the relief, it is even more accentuated. Freedom of schedules, administration of the time that you have to visit the places, and an infinity of advantages more of renting a car in Tenerife.

Public Transport 

Bus

In Tenerife only one public bus company called TITSA operates, which connects practically all the areas of interest in Tenerife through about 160 lines. The biggest problem? The lack of availability at night, as well as the limited departures in some points of interest in Tenerife. It is the cheapest means of transport in Tenerife, the most expensive price you can pay for a ticket is from Puerto de la Cruz to the south of Tenerife, about 15€.

Taxi

This is a public service very well rated by visitors, as it is not too expensive, avoids long waits and leaves you at the exact destination. It is true that it is not a very cheap public transport, so we recommend you to take a taxi in Tenerife on time.

Tram

It is probably the best alternative if you move between the capital Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the municipality of San Cristobal de La Laguna, being the number one passenger in these areas. Currently there are two tram lines that operate at full capacity and the average price per ticket is 1.35 €.