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Bijgewerkt op 30 april 2026 door Michael Bastin
Valencia public transport is one of the best-value systems in Europe, but newcomers waste money on single tickets for weeks before someone tells them about the TuiN bonobus. Here's the actual 2026 fare structure, the zone trick that saves you 30%, and the airport-line option that beats every taxi.
I've lived in Valencia since 2016 and my home stop is Aragón on line 5. The single most useful thing I learned in year one wasn't a fare hack - it was that the metro gate doesn't always beep when you tap, but the inspector still expects a validation. I've watched three friends get fined €50 because they assumed a silent gate meant a free ride.
If you're new in town: skip single tickets entirely. Walk into the first metro station, buy a Mobilis card (€1, refundable), load a TuiN bonobus on it, and you're done. You'll save 40-45% from day one.
Two networks, two fare systems
Metrovalencia operates 6 metro lines plus 4 trams, all sharing the Mobilis card. EMT runs on its own fare system.
| System | Type | Same fare? |
|---|---|---|
| Metrovalencia (lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9 + trams T4, T6, T8, T10) | Metro and tram | Uses Mobilis/SUMA card |
| EMT Valencia | City buses (intra-city only) | Separate fare, separate card |
| CercanÃas Renfe | Regional rail to Sagunto, Gandia, XÃ tiva | Separate ticket, abono mensual available |
Mobilis card and the TuiN bonobus trick
- The Mobilis is a rechargeable plastic card you load with a specific product (TuiN, T1 monthly, T2, T3, etc.) at any metro vending machine. Card itself costs €1, refundable.
- The TuiN bonobus is the one to know: 10 trips loaded onto your Mobilis at a discounted rate. For Zone A, it works out to roughly €0.80-0.85 per trip versus €1.50 for a single - a 40-45% saving if you take more than four metro trips a week.
- Monthly passes (T1, T2, T3) are unlimited rides within your chosen zones. T1 Zone A around €30/month makes sense if you commute daily; otherwise the TuiN almost always wins.
- Under-30s get the Bono Jove with a heavy discount (worth checking the latest price at the GVA youth office - it changes most years).
2026 ticket prices and what to actually buy
| Product | What it costs in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Single ride, Zone A | €1.50 (€2.00 if you buy on a tram) |
| Single ride, Zone A+B | €2.00 |
| Single ride, Zone A+B+C (covers airport) | €3.00 |
| TuiN bonobus, 10 trips Zone A | Around €8-9 loaded on Mobilis |
| T1 monthly, Zone A | Around €30 (residents) |
| T2 monthly, Zones A+B | Around €40 |
| T3 monthly, all zones | Around €50 |
Zones: when you actually need to leave Zone A
- Zone A covers everything most expats use: Ruzafa, El Carmen, Eixample, Benimaclet, Patraix, El Cabanyal, the universities, and the football stadium.
- Zone B kicks in for Alboraya (line 3), some Mislata stops, and parts of the Burjassot/Godella line.
- Zone C is rarely needed unless you live in Bétera, Lliria or Rocafort. The big exception: the airport (Aeroport stop on line 3 and line 5) sits at the Zone C edge and requires the A+B+C single at €3.00.
- If you live in Zone A but commute weekly to a Zone B office, do the math: a TuiN A+B vs a T2 monthly often comes out within €5 of each other.
Airport: the Metro 3/5 vs taxi/Cabify call
| Option | 2026 cost | Time, Aeroport to Xà tiva or Colón |
|---|---|---|
| Metro line 3 or 5 (Aeroport stop) | €3.00 (single, A+B+C zone) | ~25 min, every 9-15 min |
| Cabify or Bolt | €18-25 (peaks higher) | 15-20 min outside rush hour |
| Taxi (white, official rank) | Fixed €23 day / €25 night to centre | 15-20 min |
| EMT bus 150 | €1.50 | 35-50 min, runs less frequently |
Mistakes I see every newcomer make
- Buying single rides for the first month: at €1.50 each you spend €30 in fortnight that the TuiN would have done for €17.
- Forgetting to validate at the metro gate - the gate doesn't always beep, but a fare inspector will fine you €50+ on the spot.
- Buying a T3 (all zones) when 95% of your trips are Zone A: the €20 monthly delta is wasted unless you're an airport regular.
- Trying to use your Mobilis on EMT buses: it doesn't work. EMT has its own SUMA-compatible Bonobús card.
- Missing the last metro: line 3 stops around 23:30 weeknights, slightly later on Fridays/Saturdays. Plan a Cabify home before 11pm or you'll pay surge.
Quick pick by use case
| Your situation | What I'd buy |
|---|---|
| Tourist, 3-5 days | Valencia Tourist Card (24/48/72h, includes museums) |
| Newcomer, first month testing routes | TuiN bonobus, Zone A (€8-9 / 10 trips) |
| Daily Zone A commuter | T1 monthly Zone A (~€30) |
| Commuter living in Alboraya, Burjassot or Mislata | T2 monthly A+B (~€40) |
| Frequent airport user (DNV, freelancer travelling) | TuiN + standalone €3.00 airport singles, or T3 if 4+ trips/month |
| Under 30, full-time resident | Bono Jove (check current GVA pricing) |
FAQ
Can I use my Mobilis on EMT buses?
No. Metrovalencia and EMT are separate operators with separate fare systems. EMT uses its own Bonobús card (10-trip card, around €8.50). Plan to carry both if you mix metro and bus regularly.
Is the Mobilis card transferable to a friend or family member?
Personal monthly passes (T1, T2, T3) are not transferable - the inspector can ask for ID. The TuiN 10-trip product is treated more loosely in practice but officially personal too. If your partner needs a card, they buy their own (€1 plastic, refundable).
Best way to get to the airport on a Sunday morning flight?
Metro line 3 from Xà tiva, Colón, or Alameda runs from around 5:00am Sunday. The €3.00 single is the same as any other day. If you're flying before 6am, taxi is your only option - the metro doesn't run earlier.
Is there a contactless tap-to-pay option?
Metrovalencia rolled out contactless bank-card entry on most stations through 2025-2026. You can tap a Visa or Mastercard contactless card directly at the gate and it bills you the equivalent single fare. It's convenient for visitors but more expensive than the TuiN if you live here.
What's the cheapest combo for someone working three days a week in Burjassot?
Three days a week is roughly 24-26 trips a month. Two TuiN A+B 10-trip packs (around €11 each, so €22 total) usually beat the T2 monthly (~€40). Math first, monthly second.
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