Does Buenos Aires have public transportation?

Buenos Aires has a large, efficient public transport network, almost 40,000 licensed taxis, a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus, and a vast network of cycle lanes.

How much does the subway cost in Buenos Aires?

The price of public transportation in Buenos Aires At the moment (2019), the price for a subway ticket is 19 pesos. The bus ticket is between 18 pesos and 21 pesos (depending on the distance you are going).

What are three common transportation methods in Argentina?

Trains, tramways (with trams), executive long-distance busses, railways (with trains), taxis, commuter trains, subways (Subte in Buenos Aires), ferries (Boquebus & others), Remises (private taxi service) and airports (with airplanes); there are many ways to get around while visiting or living in Argentina.

What is the best mode of transportation in Argentina?

Buses are the main form of public transport in Argentina and the system is excellent. Urban buses are known as colectivos and cover an extensive route around major cities. The reliability of buses can vary according to area and time of day. Buses are run by a number of different companies, so fares can vary.

Where to get public transportation in Buenos Aires?

Public transportation in Buenos Aires is relatively cheap. Ranging from 18-20 pesos per ride, each ride can be paid using your SUBE card. You can load pesos on your SUBE at any subway station and at some kioskos (small convenient stores) as well. You can buy a SUBE card at most kioskos.

Where to get a SUBE card in Buenos Aires?

Get your SUBE card. To travel by bus or subte (underground metro) in Buenos Aires, you’ll need to get a rechargeable SUBE travel card and charge it with credit. SUBE cards are available at subte stations, at our eight Tourist Assistance Centers and at many ” kioskos ” (corner shops selling confectionary and tobacco) throughout the city.

Do you have to pay for subway tickets in Buenos Aires?

“ La tarjeta SUBE ” is a local electronic fare card used for the subway, train and bus system. It is 100% necessary to get one if you plan on using the great public transit system of Buenos Aires. You can no longer pay for individual subway tickets at the stations (Jan 2020) and most, if not all, buses have removed their cash payment systems.

How many underground lines are there in Buenos Aires?

Opening in 1913, BA’s Subte was the first underground transport system in the Spanish-speaking world. Today you’ll find six lines (A, B, C, D, E and, er, H) covering 52km. It’s worth taking a trip on the A line, even if you have nowhere to go. Quite incredibly, this line still operates its original, wooden, early-1900s carriages.