Know the main options
| Option | Useful for | Check before you rely on it |
|---|---|---|
| EMT city buses | Journeys across the city and connections that rail does not cover. | The live route, stop location, service notices and last journey. |
| Metrovalencia metro & tram | Travel within the city and to connected neighboring towns. | Your stations, changes, travel zones and current service. |
| SUMA integrated tickets | Combining eligible services under the relevant ticket conditions. | Choose the correct zones, product and user eligibility. Airport journeys need particular attention. |
| Valenbisi | Public bike sharing as part of a local journey. | Station availability, subscription conditions and the charges for keeping a bike longer. |
| Walking or your own bicycle | Trips close to home and links between other transport options. | An accessible route, safe crossings, secure storage and conditions in summer heat or heavy rain. |
Buy for your route, not someone else’s
Transport discounts and concessions change. Use the operator’s current fare page, check the validity dates, and include the cost of any physical card. A ticket’s zones and conditions matter as much as its headline price.
Ask whether your proposed ticket covers all the services you will use. Keep the card or ticket ready for validation and follow instructions when transferring. Check airport travel separately instead of assuming a city-only product covers it.
Before bringing a car
Include parking, insurance, registration, inspection and any applicable access restrictions in the decision. Check the city’s current traffic rules before driving in restricted areas; do not assume a foreign registration or a hotel booking provides access.
For eligible non-EU licences, DGT describes a maximum six-month validity period from acquiring normal residence, subject to the applicable conditions. Exchange depends on the issuing country and your circumstances. An international driving permit does not replace an expired or invalid underlying licence or remove residence rules. EU and EEA licence holders should check their own applicable DGT procedure.
Your arrival-day transport plan
Check your actual arrival time against service hours. With several bags, children, mobility needs or pets, confirm that the chosen route is practical. Save the address in Spanish, include the floor and door where relevant, and have a backup for a late arrival.
Go directly to the source
Official requirements, prices and availability can change. Open the relevant source before applying, booking or paying.