Public Transport in Gran Canaria 2026 - Complete Guide
Buses, passes, routes and getting around without a car
Las Canteras, Gran Canaria 5 min read
> Quick Answer: Gran Canaria's public transport is run by Global (intercity) and Guaguas Municipales (Las Palmas city). A single urban trip costs €1.40 (or €0.85 with a pass); the airport bus (Line 60) is €2.95. From Casita Palmera, you can reach most tourist spots by bus, though renting a car is recommended for rural areas and nighttime travel.
Getting Around Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria has a reasonably good public transport network for an island. "Guaguas" (buses) connect most tourist destinations, although for rural areas and nighttime travel, a car remains the most practical option.
This guide helps you get around the island without needing to rent a car.
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Guaguas (Buses)
Global (Intercity)
The Global company operates routes between municipalities.
Information
Detail
Operator
Global
Coverage
Entire island
Basic fare
€1.40-€8.00 (depending on distance)
Website
globalsu.net
App
Global GC
Municipal Buses (Las Palmas)
Urban service within the capital.
Information
Detail
Operator
Guaguas Municipales
Coverage
Las Palmas de GC
Basic fare
€1.40
With pass
€0.85/trip
Website
guaguas.com
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Fares and Passes
Single Tickets
Type
Price
Validity
Las Palmas urban
€1.40
One trip
Short intercity
€1.40-3.00
One trip
Long intercity
€4.00-8.00
One trip
Airport
€2.95
One trip
TransGC Card
The most economical option for frequent use.
Aspect
Detail
Card cost
€2 (rechargeable)
Minimum top-up
€5
Discount
30-40% off ticket price
Where to buy
Stations, tobacconists
Top-up
Stations, online, app
Prices with Card
Journey
Without pass
With pass
Savings
Las Canteras - Center
€1.40
€0.85
39%
Las Palmas - Maspalomas
€6.30
€4.40
30%
Las Palmas - Airport
€2.95
€2.10
29%
Las Palmas - Teror
€2.10
€1.50
29%
Tourist Passes
Pass
Price
Includes
1 day
€10
Unlimited urban
3 days
€18
Unlimited urban
7 days
€25
Unlimited urban
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Main Routes
From Las Canteras
Destination
Line
Time
Frequency
Center/Triana
1, 12
15-20 min
10 min
Airport
60
30 min
30 min
Maspalomas
30, 50
60-75 min
30 min
Teror
220
35 min
60 min
Arucas
205, 210
25 min
30 min
Agaete
103
50 min
60 min
Puerto de Mogán
1 (transfer)
90 min
60 min
Key Tourist Routes
Route
Line(s)
Note
Las Palmas ↔ Airport
60
Direct, frequent
Las Palmas ↔ Maspalomas
30, 50
Several southern stops
Las Palmas ↔ Puerto Mogán
1 + transfer
Via south
Las Palmas ↔ Teror
220
Direct north
Las Palmas ↔ Tejeda
305
Only 2-3/day
Mountain circular
18
Scenic, limited
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By Zones
North Zone
Destination
From Las Canteras
Line
Frequency
Arucas
25 min
205
Good
Teror
35 min
220
Medium
Firgas
40 min
205
Medium
Moya
45 min
215
Low
Agaete
50 min
103
Medium
South Zone
Destination
From Las Canteras
Line
Frequency
Vecindario
35 min
30
Good
Playa del Inglés
55 min
30
Good
Maspalomas
60 min
50
Good
Puerto de Mogán
90 min
Transfer in south
Medium
Puerto Rico
80 min
30 + transfer
Medium
Center/Mountains Zone
Destination
From Las Canteras
Line
Frequency
San Mateo
40 min
303
Low
Tejeda
75 min
305
Very low
Roque Nublo
-
No direct line
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Schedules
Las Palmas Urban
Period
Hours
Frequency
Daytime
6:00-23:00
8-15 min
Nighttime
23:00-6:00
30-60 min
Sundays
7:00-22:00
15-20 min
Intercity
Period
Hours
Note
Main routes
6:00-22:00
Every 30 min
Secondary
7:00-21:00
Every 60 min
Rural
Variable
2-4 services/day
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Taxis
2026 Fares
Concept
Price
Flag fall
€3.15
Daytime km
€1.10
Nighttime km
€1.30
Waiting hour
€20.00
Airport (supplement)
€2.00
Port (supplement)
€1.50
Typical Journeys
Journey
Approx. Price
Las Canteras → Center
€6-8
Las Canteras → Airport
€30-35
Las Canteras → Maspalomas
€65-80
Airport → Maspalomas
€50-60
Taxi Apps
App
Coverage
PideTaxi
Entire island
Free Now
Las Palmas
Cabify
Las Palmas
Uber
Does not operate
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Tram (Future)
Light rail project planned.
Information
Detail
Status
In planning
Route
Las Palmas - Maspalomas
Opening
Date to be determined
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Vehicle Rental
Cars
Option
Price/Day
Note
Economy
€20-30
Basic
Compact
€30-45
More comfortable
SUV
€50-70
For mountains
Motorcycles and Scooters
Type
Price/Day
Requirements
125cc Scooter
€25-40
B license +3 years
400cc+ Motorcycle
€50-80
A license
Bicycles
Type
Price/Day
Where
Urban
€10-15
Specialized shops
Electric
€25-40
Tourist rentals
Sitycleta
€30/year
Municipal service
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Sitycleta (Bike Share)
Information
Aspect
Detail
Operator
Sitycleta
Stations
50+ in Las Palmas
Annual price
€30
Use
First 30 min free
Overtime
€0.50/30 min
Stations Near Las Canteras
Station
Location
Parque Santa Catalina
Port
Mesa y López
Shopping center
Alfredo L. Jones
Guanarteme
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Practical Tips
To Save Money
Tip
Savings
Use TransGC card
30-40%
Buy tourist pass
If using 4+ trips/day
Walk short distances
Free
Combine bus + walking
Optimal
Route Planning
Tool
Use
Google Maps
Routes + schedules
Global GC App
Real time
Guaguas.com
Urban lines
Avoid
Situation
Why
Rush hour (8-9am, 2-3pm)
Crowded
Last night bus
Long wait if you miss it
Mountains without car
Very limited
Sunday afternoon
Low frequencies
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Limitations
Where Buses Don't Reach Well
Area
Problem
Alternative
Roque Nublo
No direct line
Tour or car
West beaches
Low frequency
Taxi, car
Mountain villages
2-3 services/day
Tour, car
Rural nighttime
No service
Taxi
When to Rent a Car
Situation
Recommendation
Only Las Canteras + south
Not necessary
Visiting mountains
Highly recommended
Interior villages
Necessary
Nighttime schedules
Useful
Total flexibility
Necessary
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Airport
Connections
Method
Price
Time
Bus 60
€2.95
30 min
Taxi
€30-35
25 min
Private transfer
€35-45
25 min
Bus 60 (Airport)
Information
Detail
Frequency
Every 30 min
Hours
6:15-21:45
Stops
Terminal, Parque Santa Catalina, Las Canteras
Payment
Cash, TransGC card
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get around Gran Canaria without a car?
Yes, for Las Palmas, touristy south and main northern towns. For mountains, hidden beaches and rural areas it's very limited.
How much does public transport cost?
An urban trip costs €1.40 (€0.85 with pass). Intercity from €1.40 to €8 depending on distance. The pass saves 30-40%.
How do I get from the airport to Las Canteras?
Bus 60 costs €2.95 and takes 30 minutes. Leaves every 30 min. Taxi costs €30-35.
Do buses go to Maspalomas?
Yes, lines 30 and 50 connect Las Palmas with Maspalomas in 60-75 minutes. Frequency every 30 minutes.
Where do I buy the TransGC card?
At bus stations, tobacconists and authorized kiosks. Costs €2 and is topped up with minimum €5.
Is there night transport?
In Las Palmas there are night buses (búhos) with limited frequency. Intercity practically doesn't operate at night.
How do I get to Roque Nublo by bus?
There's no direct line. The closest option is line 305 to Tejeda (2-3 services/day), but then there are 4 km on foot or you need transport.
Is taxi or bus better?
Bus for economy and long journeys. Taxi for comfort, groups of 3-4 people, or when there's no direct line.
Looking for a vacation rental apartment?
Casita Palmera is a licensed vacation rental apartment 50 metres from Las Canteras Beach.
