Yerevan is compact, walkable and cheap to move around once you know the system. This guide covers the unified public transport ticket, taxi apps, the airport run and day trips out of the capital.
The big picture
Central Yerevan is small enough that most errands in the Kentron district can be done on foot. For longer trips you have three realistic options: the metro (one line, ten stations), a reorganised bus and trolleybus network that shares a single ticket with the metro, and ride-hailing apps, which are inexpensive by European standards. Most newcomers use a mix of walking, apps and the metro in their first weeks, then add buses once they learn the routes that matter to them.
The unified ticket
Since the city’s transport reform, buses, trolleybuses and the metro run on one fare system. At the time of writing a single ride costs 150 AMD, and unlimited passes are sold for 30, 90 and 365 days. Prices below are the published card prices; buying online is usually slightly cheaper.
| Ticket | Approximate price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Single ride | 150 AMD | Occasional trips |
| 30-day unlimited | about 9,000 AMD | Daily commuters |
| 90-day unlimited | about 24,000 AMD | First months after moving |
| 365-day unlimited | about 90,000 AMD | Long-term residents |
You can pay with a contactless bank card at the validator, with a city transport card, or with a ticket bought through the Telcell app or Telcell payment terminals. Validate every time you board — inspectors do check, and the fine is far higher than the fare. Confirm current prices on the city’s official transport portal (transport.yerevan.am) because fares are set by the municipality and can change.
The metro
The Yerevan metro has a single line with a short branch and ten stations, running roughly from 07:00 until midnight. It is clean, quick and useful for crossing the city north–south, for example from Barekamutyun through the centre (Marshal Baghramyan, Yeritasardakan, Republic Square) to the railway station at Sasuntsi David. Trains are frequent at peak times and quieter in the evening. Station names are shown in Armenian and English.
Buses and trolleybuses
The old network of private minibuses (marshrutkas) inside the city has largely been replaced by larger municipal buses on renumbered routes. The easiest way to plan a journey is a maps app with public-transport data: Yandex Maps and Google Maps both show Yerevan routes, and Yandex tends to have more accurate live arrival times. Buses are cheapest outside rush hour; between about 08:30–10:00 and 18:00–19:30 they can be crowded on the main avenues.
Taxis and ride-hailing
Ride-hailing is the default for most expats. The two apps you will see everywhere are Yandex Go and GG. Both show the price before you confirm, accept cards once you add one, and work in English. A typical ride inside the centre costs a few hundred to around 1,500 AMD, depending on distance and demand. Tips on using them well:
- Set the pickup pin carefully — Yerevan courtyards often have entrances on a different street from the building address.
- You will need a working phone number for verification; see our guide to mobile and internet in Armenia.
- Avoid unmarked cars offering rides at the airport or train station; they charge several times the app price.
Zvartnots airport
Zvartnots International Airport is about 12 km from the city centre, usually 20–30 minutes by car outside peak hours. Your options:
- Ride-hailing app — the best value for most arrivals. Expect roughly 2,000–4,000 AMD to the centre. The airport has free Wi-Fi if you do not yet have a local SIM.
- Official taxi desk — convenient and fixed-price, but typically more expensive than the apps.
- Airport bus (route 100) — the cheapest option, connecting the terminal with the city centre for a few hundred drams. Slower, but fine if you are travelling light.
If you are arriving to start a relocation, we can arrange a pickup as part of a consultation package.
Leaving Yerevan: day trips and other cities
Intercity minibuses and buses leave from several stations, the main ones being the Kilikia central bus station and the Northern station; routes to Garni, Dilijan, Sevan, Gyumri and Vanadzor run several times a day. Trains run from the central railway station to Gyumri and, seasonally, to Lake Sevan; an overnight train links Yerevan with Tbilisi in Georgia. For flexible sightseeing many residents simply rent a car or book a driver for the day. If you plan to drive yourself, read our guide to driving in Armenia with a foreign licence first.
Practical tips from people who live here
- Walk the centre. The Kentron grid, the Cascade and Northern Avenue are pleasant on foot for most of the year.
- Plan for the heat. July and August afternoons regularly pass 35°C; move errands to the morning or evening.
- Carry a little cash. Card acceptance is high in the city, but small shops and some minibuses outside Yerevan still prefer cash.
- Choose your home near your routine. Living within walking distance of a metro station or your office saves more time than any app. Our living in Yerevan guide compares neighbourhoods.
Official sources
- Yerevan municipality transport portal: transport.yerevan.am
- Zvartnots International Airport: zvartnots.aero
- South Caucasus Railway (trains to Gyumri and Tbilisi): railway.am
Last reviewed: September 2026. Rules and prices in Armenia change often — always confirm with the official source linked above before you act.