Getting Around Seville: A Practical Guide to Transport

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💰 Prices updated: October, 2026. Budget figures are estimates — always verify before travel.

Exchange Rate: $1 USD = €0.88

Daily Budget (per person)

Shoestring: €60.00 – €90.00 ($68.18 – $102.27)

Mid-range: €120.00 – €180.00 ($136.36 – $204.55)

Comfortable: €220.00 – €470.00 ($250.00 – $534.09)

Accommodation (per night)

Hostel/guesthouse: €15.00 – €50.00 ($17.05 – $56.82)

Mid-range hotel: €70.00 – €130.00 ($79.55 – $147.73)

Food (per meal)

Budget meal: €7.00 ($7.95)

Mid-range meal: €25.00 ($28.41)

Upscale meal: €80.00 ($90.91)

Transport

Single metro/bus trip: €3.00 ($3.41)

Monthly transport pass: €24.00 ($27.27)

Seville looks simple on a map, then you land in August at 41°C with a suitcase, three ticket apps on your phone and no idea which bus goes where. The historic centre is small, but the transport around it has quirks: a metro that skips the old town, a tram that is only a few stops long, and streets that close completely for processions. This guide explains what each option costs in 2026, what it is good for, and when to ignore it and just walk.

Why Walking Is Seville’s Real Transport System

Most visitors spend 80% of their time on foot, and that is how it should be. The Cathedral, the Real Alcázar, the Santa Cruz quarter, the Archivo de Indias and the Torre del Oro all sit within about 10 minutes of each other. From the Cathedral to the Metropol Parasol (the “Setas”) is about 12 minutes. To Plaza de España and Parque de María Luisa it is 20 to 25 minutes. Crossing the Triana Bridge into Triana takes about 15 minutes from the Torre del Oro.

Streets in Santa Cruz and El Arenal were laid out long before cars existed. They twist, narrow and open suddenly into tiny plazas that smell of orange blossom in March and April. Cathedral bells bounce off the walls, and you will hear them long before you find your way out. Your phone’s GPS often wobbles in these lanes, so use landmarks like the Giralda tower to orient yourself.

Shade, surfaces and timing

• Summer: walk before 11:00 and after 19:30. Calle Sierpes and Calle Tetuán get fabric awnings (toldos) in the hot months, and some squares have misting systems.
• Surfaces: polished stone and marble in the centre become slippery when it rains, especially in October and November. Wear shoes with grip, not smooth leather soles.
• Cobbles: Santa Cruz and parts of Triana are rough. Wheeled luggage rattles loudly and is tiring to drag. Pack light if your hotel is inside the old quarter.
• Avenida de la Constitución: the main street by the Cathedral is nearly car-free. Only the tram, buses and bikes use it, so look both ways even though it feels pedestrian.

Tussam Buses: Lines, Fares and Passes

Tussam is Seville’s city bus operator. Its buses are modern, mostly air-conditioned and covered by clear stop displays. The network is built around the edge of the centre rather than through it, because the old streets are too narrow. Think of the buses as a way to cross the city, not to move between sights.

Lines worth knowing

• C3 and C4: circular lines that loop around the historic core in opposite directions. They are useful for reaching Macarena, the Alameda area and Prado de San Sebastián without walking through the whole centre.
• C1 and C2: wider circular lines that connect outer neighbourhoods.
• EA: the airport express bus, covered in the airport section below.
• Night services (búhos): limited night buses run on weekends. Check the Tussam app for the current timetable, because routes and frequencies change.

Fares in 2026

A single cash ticket bought from the driver costs roughly €1.40 to €1.50. A rechargeable card brings the per-ride price down noticeably. Tussam also sells a tourist pass for unlimited rides, at around €5 for one day and around €10 for three days. If you plan more than three bus rides a day, the pass is worth it. If you will mostly walk, buy single tickets.

Contactless bank-card payment has been spreading across Spanish public transport, so look for a reader near the driver. Do not count on it everywhere, and keep a couple of euros in coins for the machine. Spain also introduced a national monthly transport pass in early 2026, aimed at residents on a monthly commitment, so short-stay visitors will not benefit.

Board at the front door, validate your card or ticket, and press the red button before your stop. Drivers do not wait around for confused passengers, so have your payment ready.

Metro and Metrocentro Tram: What They Do and Don’t Cover

Seville has one metro line. Line 1 runs about 18 km from Ciudad Expo and Mairena in the west to Olivar de Quintos in the south, passing through Nervión and San Bernardo, Prado de San Sebastián and Puerta de Jerez. It is clean, quiet, air-conditioned and fully accessible, with lifts at stations. A single ride costs about €1.60 to €1.80 depending on zones, and a central trip stays in the cheapest zone.

The catch is that the metro skips the heart of the old city. Puerta de Jerez is the closest stop to the Cathedral, about a 7-minute walk. Santa Cruz, the Alcázar and Triana are not served by the metro at all. Use it for Nervión shopping, Estadio Benito Villamarín trips (with a transfer), the Palacio de Congresos, or the University area, not for sightseeing hops.

The Metrocentro tram

The Metrocentro is a short, modern tram of just a few kilometres. It runs from San Bernardo through Prado de San Sebastián and Puerta de Jerez to Archivo de Indias, Plaza Nueva and the Cathedral area. There is no overhead wire in the centre, which keeps the historic streets uncluttered. It is genuinely useful for tired legs on Avenida de la Constitución, with a bell that clangs softly as it glides past the Cathedral. A single ride costs about €1.40 to €1.50. The planned extension to Santa Justa station has been discussed for years but is not operating in 2026.

The Consorcio de Transportes del Área de Sevilla issues a rechargeable card accepted on metro, Metrocentro and many metropolitan buses. If you are staying five days or more and plan to use the metro and tram, it can save money over single tickets. Line 3 of the metro, running north to south, is under construction and will not open in 2026.

Airport Transfers: Bus, Taxi and Ride-Hailing

Seville Airport (SVQ) is about 10 km northeast of the centre. There is no metro or train link, so your options are bus, taxi or ride-hailing.

EA airport bus

The EA Tussam bus is the cheapest and simplest option. It runs every 20 to 30 minutes for most of the day, stopping at Santa Justa station, Prado de San Sebastián and Puerta de Jerez. The ride takes 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. A single costs about €4 and a return about €6. Buy from the driver or the machine near the airport stop. It gets crowded at midday and on Friday evenings, so squeeze your bag in and expect to stand.

Taxi

Taxis from the airport charge a fixed fare to the centre of about €25 on weekdays, rising to about €30 at night, on weekends and during major festivals. Total journey time is 15 to 25 minutes. For two or more people with luggage, the taxi is often the better value. Always use the official rank outside arrivals and confirm the fixed fare before you load your bags.

Ride-hailing

Uber, Cabify and FREE NOW all operate in Seville. Prices from the airport typically fall between €18 and €28, depending on demand. During Semana Santa and Feria they can exceed the taxi fixed rate, so check both before you commit. Pickup points at the airport are marked, and drivers rarely enter the narrow streets of Santa Cruz. Expect to walk the last 100 to 300 metres to your hotel.

Trains and Long-Distance Buses: Santa Justa, Plaza de Armas and Prado

Seville has three main hubs, and mixing them up is one of the most common visitor mistakes.

• Santa Justa station: all high-speed and long-distance trains. It sits about 2 km east of the centre. Walking to the Cathedral takes 30 to 35 minutes, but the EA bus, Tussam line 32, or a taxi (around €8 to €12) is faster with luggage.
• Estación de Autobuses Plaza de Armas: next to the river, with long-distance coaches. It is a 15-minute walk to the Cathedral and has a taxi rank outside.
• Estación de Autobuses Prado de San Sebastián: regional buses to nearby towns in the province. It is beside the Prado metro and tram stop.

Train options in 2026

Competition has changed Spanish rail since 2024. Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo all run high-speed trains on the Madrid line, and advance fares can drop to about €20 to €30, with flexible tickets reaching €80 or more. Travel time to Madrid is roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Córdoba is about 45 minutes away and costs around €15 to €30. Málaga takes about 2 hours, and Cádiz about 1 hour 45 minutes on regional services at around €15 to €20. Book at least two weeks ahead for the cheapest fares, and compare all three operators because their websites do not show each other’s trains.

For nearby day trips, Itálica (the Roman ruins in Santiponce) is reached by a short bus from Plaza de Armas, about 25 minutes. Carmona runs from Prado de San Sebastián in roughly 45 minutes. Always check the departure station printed on your ticket before you walk to the wrong one.

Taxis and Ride-Hailing in the City

Seville taxis are white with a yellow diagonal stripe on the front doors. A green light on the roof means the taxi is free. Ranks are at Puerta de Jerez, Plaza Nueva, Santa Justa, Plaza de Armas and outside major hotels. You can also flag one on the street or call through the Radio Taxi Sevilla or Tele Taxi services.

Typical cross-town fares run €6 to €12 and use a metered rate that rises at night, on weekends and on public holidays. Taxis are required to take card payments, but ask before you get in, especially late at night. Rideshare apps work well, but surge pricing at midnight in the Alameda or after events can make them cost more than a taxi. Cars cannot enter the pedestrian streets of the old centre, so do not expect door-to-door drop-offs there.

Cycling Seville: Sevici and Bike Rentals

Seville is flat, and it has more than 180 km of dedicated bike lanes. The lanes are separated from traffic and well marked, so even nervous riders manage. Cycling is the best way to see Parque de María Luisa, the riverside and the streets of Triana. The tyre hum on shaded paths beneath orange trees is one of the quiet pleasures of a Seville morning.

Sevici bike share

Sevici is the city bike-share scheme, with hundreds of stations and thousands of bikes. Visitors can buy a 7-day pass for about €13 to €14 at a station kiosk or through the app. The first 30 minutes of each ride are free, and short extra periods cost a small fee. The system works best for short hops. Longer rides add up quickly.

Rental shops

Standard bike rentals run about €10 to €15 per day, and electric bikes about €25 to €35. Rental shops usually include a lock and a basket. Always lock the bike through the frame to a fixed object, because bike theft is real in busy tourist areas. Stay off the pavements in the Cathedral and Santa Cruz areas, where cycling is restricted, and walk your bike in crowded zones.

Driving and Parking: When It Makes Sense

Do not rent a car for a city stay. Access to the historic centre is restricted, the streets are narrow and often one-way, and parking is expensive. Garages near the centre, such as around Paseo de Colón, charge about €15 to €25 per day. Street parking in blue (paid) zones is time-limited and hard to find, and green zones are reserved for residents. Fines are real, and towing is routine.

If your hotel is inside the old quarter, ask about permitted access and where to park before you arrive. Many hotels in Santa Cruz can only be reached on foot. Cars make sense for one purpose: exploring the province. Day trips to Ronda, the white villages of the Sierra de Grazalema, or the Doñana wetlands are easier by car than public transport. Pick up the vehicle from the airport or Santa Justa on the morning you leave, and return it the same evening to avoid paying for city parking.

Carriages, River Boats and Scooters

The clop of hooves on stone is part of Seville’s soundtrack. Horse-drawn carriages wait outside the Cathedral, the Alcázar and Plaza de España. A 30 to 45 minute tour costs about €50 to €60 per carriage, which seats up to four people, with prices regulated by the city. It is a pleasant way to see Parque de María Luisa in the evening, but it is a ride rather than transport. Agree the route and price before you climb in.

Guadalquivir river cruises leave from near the Torre del Oro. A one-hour trip costs about €18 and shows the city from the water, with views of Triana’s pastel façades and the Maestranza bullring. It does not take you anywhere useful, but it is a cool break in summer.

Electric scooters are available but heavily restricted. Rules limit where they can be ridden and parked, and enforcement has increased since 2024. For most visitors, bikes or walking are simpler and safer.

Getting Around During Festivals and Heat

Two things reshape transport in Seville more than anything else: the processions of Semana Santa and the Feria de Abril.

Semana Santa (29 March to 5 April 2026)

During Holy Week, brotherhoods carry heavy floats through the centre, and streets along the official route close completely. Crowds pack the pavements, and crossing the procession route can mean a long detour. Tussam diverts many lines, and taxis struggle to enter the centre. Plan to walk, give yourself double the usual time, and learn the designated crossing points marked by officials. The scent of incense and wax fills the narrow streets, and the drums of the processions can be heard blocks away.

Feria de Abril

In late April, the fairground in Los Remedios becomes a city of striped tents. Special bus services run from Prado de San Sebastián and other central points. Taxis charge a festival supplement and queue for a long time at night. Leave early, walk part of the way, or take the metro to a station on the edge and finish the journey on foot.

Summer heat

From late June to early September, daytime temperatures often exceed 38°C. Use the air-conditioned bus and metro as shelter between walks. Carry water, and plan outdoor sightseeing before noon or after 19:00. Many locals follow the same rhythm, which is why the streets feel empty at 15:00 and lively again at 22:00.

Accessibility

Metro stations have lifts, and Tussam buses are low-floor with ramps. The tram is level-boarding. The challenge is the old centre, where cobbles, narrow pavements and uneven surfaces make wheelchair travel slow. Plan routes with the Cathedral area and Avenida de la Constitución in mind, since they have smoother paths. Taxis with adapted vehicles can be requested through the radio taxi services.

2026 Transport Budget

Because the centre is walkable, transport is one of the cheapest parts of a Seville trip. These are realistic daily spending ranges for 2026, excluding long-distance trains.

• Budget (€3 to €8 per day): mostly walking, plus one or two Tussam single rides or the Sevici weekly pass spread across your stay. The EA airport bus at about €4 each way keeps arrival costs low.
• Mid-range (€12 to €25 per day): a Tussam tourist pass at around €5 per day, a metro or tram ride, one taxi at night, and occasional bike rental at €10 to €15.
• Comfortable (€35 to €70 per day): regular taxis or Cabify rides, an airport taxi at €25 to €30, an e-bike rental, a river cruise at about €18 or a carriage ride at €50 to €60.

One-off costs to plan for

• Airport bus: about €4 single, €6 return.
• Airport taxi: about €25 weekday, about €30 night, weekend or festival.
• Seville to Córdoba by train: about €15 to €30.
• Seville to Madrid by high-speed train: about €20 to €90, depending on operator and how early you book.
• Garage parking: about €15 to €25 per day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seville a walkable city?

Yes. The historic centre, including the Cathedral, Alcázar, Santa Cruz, El Arenal and the Triana Bridge, is compact and best explored on foot. Most major sights are 5 to 25 minutes apart. In summer, walk early or late and use buses, the tram or taxis during the hottest hours.

How do I get from Seville airport to the city centre?

The EA airport bus is the cheapest option, costing about €4 each way and taking 30 to 40 minutes. A taxi charges a fixed fare of about €25 to €30 and takes 15 to 25 minutes. Uber and Cabify also operate. There is no metro or train link from the airport.

Does Seville have a metro?

Seville has one metro line, Line 1, running about 18 km east to west and south through Nervión, San Bernardo, Prado de San Sebastián and Puerta de Jerez. It does not enter the old centre. Most visitors use it only occasionally, since the main sights are walkable or reachable by tram.

Are Uber and taxis cheap in Seville?

Both are affordable. A typical cross-city taxi ride costs about €6 to €12, and Uber or Cabify prices are similar outside peak times. Rates rise at night, on weekends and during Semana Santa and Feria. Cars cannot enter pedestrian streets, so expect a short walk from drop-off points.

Do I need a car in Seville?

No, not for the city. Parking is expensive at about €15 to €25 per day, and access to the historic centre is restricted. A car is only useful for day trips to places like Ronda, Grazalema or Doñana. Rent one for just those days, collecting it from the airport or station.

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