There are only three types of single tickets in Paris.

• • Ticket T+ is a one-time ticket, valid only within Paris (zone 1-2). Price 1,90 Euro. Validity period: 90 minutes. You can only change from ground to ground transport, or from underground to underground transport. A set of 10 such tickets is called - Carnet de 10 - costs 14,90 euro, or 7,45 euro (children from 4 to 10 years old).
  • Ticket Jeunes Week-end - youth weekend ticket (Saturday, Sunday and holidays) for young people under 26 years of age. The price depends on the selected zone. Travel in Paris - 4,10 euro, travel to the suburbs - 8,95 Euro. The ticket does not allow you to use transport from/to the airport. Valid from 00:00 to 23:59. When checking tickets, you must have your passport with you; your first and last name and the date of use of the ticket must be written on the ticket.
  • Billet Origine-Destination is a one-time ticket outside of Paris. To all suburbs and to the airport this type of ticket is used. The ticket always indicates the final destination.

There are also three types of travel cards.

• . It is profitable to replenish for a week; replenishment by day is also available. In the second case, you can select zones. Valid throughout the Ile-de-France region. Price of the card itself 5 Euro. Replenishment for a week - 22,80 Euro. One day in Paris - 7,50 euro, for all suburbs - 17,80 Euro.
• . Day pass. Valid for all types of transport, but there are exceptions, for example, the card cannot be used to travel from/to the airport. Price in Paris - 7,50 euro, to the suburbs - 17,80 Euro
• . The subscription is only beneficial for a one-day stay. You can use it to get from/to the airport. Price for all five zones - 25.25 euro - for an adult, or 12,60 euro - for a child from 4 to 12 years old.

Metro

The site already has a detailed article about, a very brief overview will be provided here.

The Paris metro is one of the oldest in Europe. Its first line was launched in 1890. To date, the total length of the Paris metro network is 213 km.

The entrance to the subway can be recognized by a large letter “M” in yellow or red, or it may also be indicated by a greenish arch with the inscription Metropolitain. The Paris metro covers about 300 stations located on 16 lines. The most modern and fastest line in Paris is line number 14, called Meteor.

Many stations have transitions to neighboring lines; information about this is displayed on electronic boards inside the metro and on RATP cards, which are issued free of charge at ticket offices and tourist offices of the capital. Stations and directions included in the line are indicated on the map in white and blue.

There is an information board above each platform at the stations, which indicates the length of the routes and the time after which the next train will arrive.

The French capital's metropolitan area consists of five zones, which are marked with circles on the map.

Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office of the transport operator RATP and in special terminals installed at all subway and RER stations. It is recommended to keep your metro tickets with you until the end of your trip, as ticket inspectors periodically check their availability. If a passenger does not have a travel document, he may be issued fine from 33 euros.

Electric trains RER

A detailed article about electric trains with diagrams is already on the website, and very good information is provided here. brief information the main thing.

The RER is a regional express train network that connects the center of Paris with outlying suburban areas. Its length is 587 kilometers. The high-speed trains that serve these lines have a modern design, are very comfortable, run smoothly, according to the schedule, and the cost of tickets is not high.

The RER system has about 250 stations, and only 33 of them are located within the city. It consists of five branches, designated by the Latin letters A, B, C, D, E and a certain color.

All information about the schedule and routes of trains, including names final stops and intermediate stations can be seen on electronic displays located above the platforms. One of the advantages of RER is that on such high speed trains You can quickly and fairly inexpensively get from the central part of Paris to its outskirts, for example, to Charles de Gaulle airport or Orly airport.

When purchasing tickets, it is worth considering that this express network covers all tariff zones of the Ile de France region, so the range of validity of travel documents must coincide with the route of travel. Otherwise, the violator will face a fine. Ticket+ tickets can be used to travel on such trains within the city. In the center of Paris, six metro stations are combined with RER stations, forming key transport hubs.

Buses

Not the most convenient form of transport for tourists. The buses are used mainly by local residents.

The city has 58 bus routes that serve 2 thousand cars. They are designated from 20 to 96. Traffic is carried out from 6:00 to 20:30, from Monday to Saturday, and only within the city limits. At each bus stop, the numbers of the buses that stop at them are indicated. The movement patterns are also described in detail here. different routes, transport schedules, transfer options and information on travel costs.

If necessary to stop vehicle, you need to signal the driver. From the stop you enter the bus through the front door, which you need to open yourself by pressing the red button. To exit, you also need to press the button. When landing, you should look at the display mounted on the windshield. For example, if the name of one of the stops is crossed out, it means the bus will not reach it. Seats for disabled people, elderly people, pregnant women and passengers with small children are provided in the front of the cabin.

T+ tickets are valid on almost all bus routes, with the exception of numbers 221, 297, 299, 350, 351, Noctambus and Noctilien directions. When entering the bus, tickets must be validated, otherwise you will be fined.

Night buses

At night, special buses run around Paris called Noctambus and Noctilien, which are available from 1:00 to 5:30 am. They travel along 18 city routes.

Night buses stop where there are signs with an image of an owl on a lunar background and only at the request of passengers. To travel you need to buy a ticket+ from the driver.

Intercity buses

The capital has a Eurolines bus network that connects Paris with various French provinces and other European countries.

Departure takes place from Paris International Gare de Gallieni. Tickets are booked two months before departure.

Buses throughout Europe also depart from Charles de Gaulle Airport and Bercy Bus Station, which is located next to Lyon Train Station. These cars company-owned iDBUS, travel to Nice, Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, Lille and some major European cities. Prices for all iDBUS flights are quite high, but fixed, and do not depend on the time of booking.

Excursion buses

You can take a sightseeing tour of Paris on various sightseeing buses, which are easily recognizable by their characteristic red and yellow color scheme.

L'OPEN TOUR buses

These comfortable double-decker yellow buses, open at the top, run in four excursion directions. In the season from April to October, the frequency of departures for each car is 10 - 20 minutes, and in the off-season from November to March - 30 minutes.

Each bus has an audio guide system in French, German, English, Russian, Italian and other languages. Tourists can board or disembark the bus at any time at stops marked with the “L’Open Tour” sign.

Description of routes:

• • • Grand Tour. The distinctive sign is a green square on the windshield of vehicles. This route is the longest in terms of time and distance, during which 19 stops are made, as well as 4 transfers to other directions. The tour starts from the central office of L’Open Tour.
    • Montparnasse - Saint-Germain. It is marked with an orange square. This route runs along the entire territory Latin Quarter on the left bank of the Seine, during which 9 stops are made and 3 more transfers to other directions.
    • Bastille - Bercy. It is marked with a blue square. This route covers the Marais district as well as the Quai de Bercy.
    • Montmartre - Grands Boulevards. It is marked with a yellow line. The purpose of this route is to get acquainted with the surroundings of the Montmartre Hill.

Tariffs (in euros): 34 euro - for 1 day, 38 euros for 2 days, 42 euro for 3 days for an adult; or 17 euro for children (from 4 to 15 years old) for 1,2 or 3 days. Travel is free for children under 4 years of age.

They can be purchased at the central office or on the official website of L’Open Tour, as well as at travel agencies in Paris or from the driver of excursion transport.

Buses LES CARS ROUGES

This tourist bus is red with an open top and runs on one circular route with 9 stops. Transport operating hours on the route are from 9:30 to 19:00 at intervals of 10 - 15 minutes. The buses are equipped with audio guides in various foreign languages, including Russian.

The tour covers all the key attractions of Paris: the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees, the Champs de Mars, the Louvre, Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, the Musee d'Orsay, the Grand Opera, the Grand Palais and the Trocadero Park.

Several types of tickets, for 1 or 2 days, with or without a river cruise, as well as a night tour.

Ticket price from 34 euros for one day tour for adults and from 16 euro for a child (from 4 to 12 years old).

Tickets are valid for two days from the date of purchase. For those who order tickets online on the company's website, a 10% discount is provided.

BALABUS buses

Such sightseeing buses transported at the most iconic places the French capital, connecting the La Défense quarter and the Gare de Lyon. This route was developed by the Paris public transport operator (RATP).

It is available from April to September on Sundays and holidays. The duration of the trip is 50 minutes. You can get on the excursion with a regular ticket to public transport.

MONTMARTROBUS buses

These are special regular electric buses that run along a circular route on the streets of Montmartre. This bus line is the shortest in length, covering only 3 kilometers. It is also operated by RATP.

You can buy travel tickets from the driver or use a standard tiket+ ticket.

Trams

The Paris tram network consists of 4 lines that cover suburban areas of the capital. The peculiarity of tram lines is that they do not intersect.

It is not possible to transfer from one tram to another here, but most stops are located near metro stations.

• • • Line T1. It is considered the oldest tram line in Paris, put into operation in 1992. The length of its tracks is 11 km. The route runs along the northern border of the city, connecting the suburbs of Noisy-le-Sec and Saint-Denis. There are 26 stops along the entire line.
    • Line T2. It opened in 1997 and connects the suburban areas of Issy-les-Moulineaux and La Défense. The length of its tracks is 11.3 km. Number of stops – 13.
    • Line T3. This is the first tram line laid within the city limits of Paris. It consists of 17 stops along a 7.9 km route.
    • Line T4. It was launched in 2006. Linking the districts of Aunet-sous-Bois and Bondi, it stretches for almost 8 km, covering 11 stations. This line operates on a “tram-train” system, when tram trains move along railway lines like regular trains. The fourth tram line is operated by the French Railways (SNCF), while the remaining lines are operated by the transport company RATP.

Tram tickets can be purchased from vending machines on the platforms or you can use an expired ticket+ ticket, but the main thing is that it is valid ground transport. Upon entering the carriage, you must immediately validate your ticket. The average interval between Paris trams is 5-7 minutes. This type of transport does not operate at night.

River transport

Small walks along the Seine river buses organized by several cruise companies.

This is one of the oldest river companies in Paris, having appeared shortly after the end of the Second World War. She specializes in organizing sightseeing trips and cruises with lunch or dinner right on the deck of the boat.

Regular river bus excursions run daily according to schedule. From April to September, you can take a walk along the Seine from 10:00 to 22:30. From October to March - from 11:00 to 21:20. The entire walk takes 1 hour 10 minutes. River boats of the Bateaux Mouches company depart from the harbor at the bridge, located on the right bank of the Seine.

Travel tickets are fixed: 14 euro - adult ticket, 6 euro - children's ticket (from 4 to 12 years).

Also available for an additional fee - champagne and dinner.

You can get all the necessary information in Russian, as well as order tickets on the official website.

In Paris, the most popular among organizers river cruises used by Bateaux Parisiens, founded in 1956. They offer a varied number of excursion programs:

• • • Excursion walk along the Seine on a river bus.
    • Cruise along the Seine and lunch at a café on the embankment with stunning views of the Eiffel Tower.
    • River cruise, including lunch or dinner on the deck of the ship.

All excursions are accompanied by an audio guide in 13 languages, including Russian. The initial cost of the walk is from 15 euro, which will further depend on the chosen program.

Passengers board the boats in the Port de la Bourdonnais harbor on the right bank of the Seine, near and also at the cathedral. You can find out more about Bateaux Parisiens excursions on their website on the Internet.

Batobus water buses carry out sightseeing tours to the main attractions located in the coastal area of ​​the Seine River. They also belong cruise company Bateaux Parisiens.

The river route runs from Eiffel Tower before Botanical Garden, along the way the boat makes 9 stops. Such excursions are conducted daily from 10:00 to 19:00 during the cool season, from October to May, and in summer period they are extended until 9:30 p.m.

There is a one-day ticket, a two-day ticket, and an annual pass. An adult ticket will cost 17 euros for one day or 19 euro for two days; child ticket (from 3 to 15 years) — 8 euros for one day or 10 euros - in two days.

All necessary information about tickets and tram departure schedules is posted on the official Batobus website.

Traveling by bicycle is becoming increasingly popular in Europe. Paris is no exception.

At the initiative of the Parisian municipal authorities, an extensive network of Velib bicycle stations was created in the city. Here anyone can rent a two-wheeler by signing up for a special subscription at the information desk. The rental cost depends on the time of use and the type of bicycle chosen: up to 30 minutes - 1 or 2 euros; from 30 to 60 minutes an additional charge of 1 or 2 euros; each subsequent hour is paid at the rate of 1 euro per 30 minutes, or 2 euros per 30 minutes.

Registration procedure at Velib network stations:

1. You must fill out the agreement form and insert your credit card into a special device that will block the insurance amount of 150 euros on her. After returning the rented bicycle to one of the parking lots of this network, the Money is removed. In addition, the cost of the subscription for renting a vehicle is deducted from the card.

2. You then need to enter a personal four-digit PIN code for your personal Velib card, which you will need to enter at each station for the initial rental or change of bike.

3. Choose any bike you like, next to which the green light is on. It means that the vehicle is free and ready to move. In a special machine you must enter the bicycle number, personal account number in the Velib system and personal PIN code. Access to use will be obtained.

Updated: 03/15/2019

Since wild man I realized that in addition to his tribe, “there is life beyond the mountains, beyond the valleys,” transport has become an integral part of human life. Because the man wanted to see for himself and take a photo against the backdrop of the leaning tower, grand canyon or statues of the Motherland. Better yet, cut out the incorruptible “Vasya was here.” Therefore, the above-mentioned man, along the path of his development, systematically changed from one artiodactyl to another, then moved onto a bicycle, traveled some area on hot-air balloon, airship, stagecoach, gig, carriage, train, car, etc. and so on. and finally boarded the plane. Then he - a man, in the sense - went on journeys in a rocket, but for now this device cannot be called a vehicle. What am I talking about? Such a lengthy introduction, in fact, is devoted quite brief topic– buses and bus crossings. City, intercity and international buses. Because, despite the variety of transport in our century, buses are still very relevant and irreplaceable. Somewhere because of the cheapness of moving, somewhere because of convenience, and somewhere because of the impossibility of getting there by other means of transport. Of course, I won’t undertake to cover all countries and cities in one article; I will write what I know and what I found in my time. So, bus service in European countries.

Russia

Routes of Russia. Here you can find information about intercity and international routes in Russia. You can't buy a ticket. But search for cities alphabetically. The system displays all possible routes between cities, after which you can view a specific one. Information that can be viewed: stops along the route, travel time, distance, transport company, cost of luggage (unfortunately there is no ticket price).

Ukraine

Buses in Ukraine are quite common, both city and intercity.

Belarus

MinskTrans website. Schedule of international, intercity and commuter buses. Travel tariffs, information on travel cards. Eat mobile version. MinskTrans transport schedule.

City tickets passenger transport(bus, trolleybus, tram, metro) in Minsk can be purchased at specialized kiosks of the Minsktrans Agency, Belsoyuzpechat, at Belpochta post offices, at Beltelecom points, at the ticket offices of bus stations, bus stations, metro, city ​​stores, at dispatch stations, with the driver - before the start of the trip, with the conductor (if there is one) - until the next stop after landing. You can also buy a pass for 10, 15, 30 days, available on the website.

Most buses depart from Florenc bus stations ( Florence) and Roztyly ( Roztyly). International flights most often arrive at Florenc station, which is located near the metro station Florence, where lines B and C intersect.

On all types urban transport in the Czech Republic(bus, tram, metro) the same tickets apply, the cost of which depends only on the duration of the trip.

Bus service in Prague

Buses ( autobusy), mainly ply in the outskirts of Prague. Travel time is from 4:30 to midnight, movement intervals are 6-8 minutes during peak hours and 10-20 minutes at other times. On weekends, service intervals are 15-30 minutes. Night buses (No. 501-512) run from 00:30 to 4:30 at intervals of 40 minutes.

Bus No. 119 and No. 100 Bus No. 119 runs from Ruzyně Airport to the metro station Dejvicka. Bus number 100 runs from the airport to the metro station Zličín. This is a convenient and cheap way to get from the airport to the city.

There are two types of tickets used to pay for public transport in Prague:

Single ticket (one mode of transport/short trip): Adult: 18 CZK, child (6-15 years): 9 CZK, child (under 6 years): free.

This ticket can only be used on one type of transport for a non-stop trip. It is designed for 20 minutes of travel (from the moment the ticket is activated) by tram or bus or 5 stops by metro (you can change trains within 30 minutes). This ticket is not valid for travel on night trams and buses, as well as for the funicular to Petřín Hill.

Multiple ticket (multiple modes of transport/long trip): Adult: 26 CZK, child (6-15 years): 13 CZK, child (under 6 years): free.

This ticket is suitable for all types of transport; with it you can make transfers both within one transport system(from one metro line to another, from one tram line to another), and from one type of transport to another (from metro to tram, from tram to bus) within 75 minutes from the moment the ticket is activated.

Single and multi-use tickets are sold in yellow ticket machines (instructions are written there and on English language, the machine only accepts coins), as well as at ticket offices, which are available at some metro stations; tickets can be purchased at kiosks and shops Tabák/Trafika, newsstands and tourist information centers.

When entering a metro, tram or bus station, you must validate your ticket so that the start time of the trip is marked on it, otherwise the ticket will be considered invalid.

There are also several types of short-term and long-term passes: Short-term (tourist) passes: for 24 hours - 100 CZK, for 3 days - 330 CZK, for 5 days - 500 CZK. The passes are valid for all types of public transport in Prague during the validity period of the pass. Passes are sold at ticket offices at some metro stations, as well as at tourist information centers.

Germany

Urban transport In most cities in Germany it is represented by buses, trams, metro or light rail (U-Bahn) and commuter trains (S-Bahn). Fares are the same for all types of transport, the ticket is valid with transfers. There are plenty of travel and tourist tickets available to help you save money.

All tickets can be purchased in special machines at metro stations and commuter trains. Tickets must be validated in the red machines located on the platforms. The fine for traveling without a ticket is quite high.

Buses run strictly on schedule. Only entry is allowed through the front door. You can only buy a ticket from the driver for one trip. If the ticket has already been purchased, for example, in the metro, you need to show it to the driver. In some cities, entry through the front door is only in the evening, when the ticket inspectors are not working. There are also two tourist passes, which, in addition to free travel on public transport, include discounts on museums, attractions and excursions. The WelcomeCard is valid for 3 days and gives discounts of up to 50%. CityTourCard gives smaller discounts, is valid only in the central part of the city, but costs less, is valid for 2 and 3 days. I don’t write prices because they tend to change.

Austria

Urban transport in most cities in Austria it is represented by buses and trams, sometimes trolleybuses.

Tourist Vienna Card for 72 hours, which includes travel on public transport, as well as discounts in some museums and restaurants, will cost 19.9 euros, can be ordered on the official website.

Tour - Big city, there are quite a lot of buses there. There are two stations - Tours proper and Saint-Pierre des Corps. The second one is the TGV station.
From Saint-Pierre de Corps you can get to the center by bus number 3 (stop opposite the station) or by electric trains called navettes. Local bus maps can be downloaded from www.filbleu.fr, Horaires Trajets tab.

Of the suburban buses, the most interesting for tourists are line C (direction Montrichard, via Amboise, Chenonceau) and line V (Savonieres, Villandry, Azay-le-Rideau, 2 times a day, in July and August every day, in other months on certain days , you can take bicycles). Finding the right bus can take quite a long time: drivers do not know where which bus is, so it is better to find out at the information center (a small building next to the bus parking lot). In addition, the bus can run away from under your very nose, 5 minutes before the scheduled time.

Buses in Brittany

Compared to other regions, Brittany has a fairly developed bus network, especially where there are developed resorts. The region consists of several departments, each of which has its own bus network; major cities. Links to some transport sites.

Department of Ille-et-Vilaine:
www.illenoo-services.fr - transport in the department
www.ksma.fr - buses to San Malo
www.star.fr - transport in Rennes
www.lesurf.fr - buses in Fougeres

Offers its services in non-Belgian territory international european bus carrier - Eurolines.
With Eurolines buses you can travel with Brussels V Amsterdam, Berlin, Frankfurt, Paris And London.
You can take this bus at Brussels North Station.

Traveling by bus is cheaper than traveling by train, but this mode of transport is slower.

Although railways serve many areas, you can’t do without buses to some tourist cities Holland can only be reached by bus. The bus fare system is based on OV-chipkaart, but each company in the region can introduce its own tickets.

Buses in Luxembourg

Along with the train, the bus is a popular public transport in the small country. Luxembourg. There are intracity and regional flights here; buses go to every town in Luxembourg at least once an hour, but on Sundays the number of flights is significantly reduced. In addition, you can travel to/from many major European cities by bus.

There are about 25 routes in the capital, 3 at night. Bus No. 16 runs to the airport. The service interval is 10 minutes and is carefully observed.
The tariff system for travel by bus and train is the same. Tickets can be purchased from the bus driver, newsstands, banks, bakeries and some shops, as well as at the information center municipal buses in the underground part of Hamilius Square in the capital.

In addition, the right to free travel can be purchased by purchasing tourist map Luxembourg Card, which provides free entry to 55 museums in Luxembourg. You can buy the card at tourist offices, hotels, private guesthouses, train stations and the main attractions of the city.

Great Britain

Traveling by bus is much cheaper, although it takes longer. Intercity services from London are provided by two large bus companies, National Express and Green Line. On the websites of bus companies you can see the cost of tickets for intercity buses eg National Express, Green Line or Megabus. The bus station is located next to Victoria Station. But you can catch a bus along the way, you just need to check in advance where it stops. However, there may be no seats, in which case there is a warning sign on the side of the bus. Tickets are cheaper if you travel in the early hours.

They usually go between nearby cities local buses. Their schedule can be viewed on the Traveline website.

The National Express website also has information about the Brit Xplorer pass. It is valid for 7 days and costs £79, there are also options for 14 and 28 days. As far as I understand, you need to order in advance, but you can pick it up at the airport, Victoria station and other places indicated on the website. Offers unlimited travel on National Express coaches throughout the UK.

Main types urban transport in London- metro and bus, and in addition, you can use the railway, whose trains often arrive at metro stations, and trams on the outskirts. Buses run quite often, are much cheaper, and there are no problems with traffic jams. Most convenient way move around 1-2 zones of London: download a map of bus routes from the website and buy a day pass. The maps hanging at bus stops are extremely stupid, it is better to take care of this in advance. But at many stops there is an electronic display on which it is written when the bus you need will arrive. Tickets are sold for one trip, day and 7 days. Regular tickets can be purchased from the driver or in yellow boxes at the bus stop. Day pass - only in the box. If there is a box at the stop, the driver may not sell the ticket, but will send you to buy it from the machine.

Ireland

National operator company Bus Eireann- the main intercity bus carrier in the country. It provides a wide range of services including commuter and urban routes in cities such as Waterford, Drogheda, Galway, rural routes, intercity routes (Expressway) and international routes to continental European countries (Eurolines). Its network covers the entire country except the capital region.

Buses operate from 5.30 to 24 at night (some have a reduced schedule, from approximately 7.00 to 21.00), then night. Tickets (general for all transport) are sold at tobacco kiosks, vending machines at bus stops (not everywhere) or at metro stations. Also on some buses there are machines that only sell regular BIT tickets - they do not give change. Be careful when buying tickets from ticket machines at stops - they only give 4 euros in change. Maps can be downloaded from the website.

Travel out of town is provided by Cotral. There are several bus stations, in addition, buses may stop at other metro stations, but it is better to catch them at the end stations. The company honestly warns that the schedule is not guaranteed - buses may get stuck in traffic jams or drivers may go on strike. The bus to Tivoli goes from Ponte Mammolo station, buses to the airport - depending on the company.

Buses in Florence

Florence is a compact city, and you might not even notice the buses here. You will need them if you do not live in the center, for a trip to the observation deck (if you don’t want to walk) or for a trip to Fiesolo. On the company's website you can download maps (Mappe delle linee) and find out the schedule (Orari e linee). Buses A, B, C, D run through the center. observation deck- bus 13. To Fiesole - bus 7.
A regular ticket is valid for 90 minutes after composting and costs 1.20 (2013). The same ticket for the driver costs 2 euros. Ticket for 4 trips - 4.70. If 2-4 people travel on such a ticket, it is validated as many times as the person travels. Carta AGILE - card for 10 trips of 90 minutes (10 euros, the same for 21 trips - 20 euros).
Ticket for 24 hours - 5 euros. Must write your name and validate upon first use. A 3-day ticket costs 12 euros.
There is a special bus to Florence airport for 6 euros (Volainbus ticket)

Malta

The main form of public transport in Malta is buses, which operate 24 hours a day. Public transport routes predominantly depart from the central terminal before entering Valletta and spread throughout the island. Such routes have two-digit numbers, with numbers of one ten following an identical route for the main part of the route, only at the end diverging to different settlements. The route map is also pasted on the sides of the buses. Before boarding, you must check the route number indicated on the driver’s windshield, since buses are often diverted from route to route.

Route numbers starting with a hundred are local routes operating within the same locality or city. However, buses travel on such routes quite rarely.

Intercity bus routes start with numbers two hundred. However, transit buses do not enter Valletta.

There are bus routes around the island of Gozo starting with numbers three hundred.

Routes connecting settlements Malta with an airport is indicated by a beech X.

Night buses operating after 23:00 are marked with the letter N. Route network night buses do not coincide with daytime bus routes, with rare exceptions. Night buses do not depart from Valletta, but from St. Julian's - the main tourist center Malta, where most of the country's nightlife establishments are concentrated.

Tickets are sold at stops and at the entrance to the bus in special machines, and tickets can also be purchased from the driver.

All stops are on demand; to get off, you need to pull a special cord connected to a bell, or press a button at the window. Stopping a bus is easy by simply voting on the side of the road, and if you just stand at the stop, the driver can pass by. Also, the driver may not stop if the bus is full.

Greece

The entire mainland of Greece is surrounded by bus routes. If a round trip takes one day, then it is cheaper to immediately buy a round trip ticket.
Intercity bus service in Greece very convenient and quite cheap, but organized quite unusually. Transportation between Greek cities are subordinated to the KTEL syndicate, which is an association of joint-stock companies founded in each region of the country by private bus owners, but under state management in a single network. KTEL of a certain region operates bus routes: a) within its region; b) to Athens and/or Thessaloniki; c) occasionally to the centers of neighboring regions.

Therefore, at the bus stations of Athens and Thessaloniki, where buses from all over the country arrive, there is no single ticket sales office, but you need to look for the KTEL ticket office of that particular region Greece where you need to go. Accordingly, to board the bus you must again look for the platform of the KTEL you need. IN big cities There may be several bus stations at which KTEL of different regions are based. For example, Athens has three bus stations.

Due to the mountainous terrain Greece railway connection the country is underdeveloped, so the main burden passenger transportation falls on the KTEL bus companies. Communication between major cities is quite frequent.

If you are planning a trip between sparsely populated areas, then know that there are no bus stations in villages; there buses stop near coffee shops, tickets can be purchased either from their owners directly on the spot, or from conductors (there are no conductors on buses connecting large cities). On local routes, buses travel extremely rarely, two or three times a day, so try to check in advance the departure time of the bus from the places you are going to include in your trip.

The result was an article with a large pile of links. Therefore, everything that I did not write, look further. It is likely that later I will write in more detail both about buses and other types of transport, and I will also soon write about buses in other countries, so I recommend subscribing to blog updates by email to stay informed.

Wherever you go, in most cases you cannot do without public transport. This method of transportation is not only the most convenient, but also the cheapest. It should be understood that each country has its own rules and nuances for using this type of transport. Therefore, it is worth familiarizing yourself with them in advance so as not to get into an unpleasant situation. Using the example of the most popular tourist cities in the world, we will try to understand the features of traveling on buses, trams and metro.

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The Czech capital offers guests a wide choice of means of transportation around the city. There are underground and overground railways, buses and even funiculars. Due to the fact that Prague is a compact settlement, there are only three metro lines underground, marked in different colors. This type of transport is the most popular not only among guests of the capital, but also among the local population. After all, you can get from one end of Prague to the other in just a few minutes! Accordingly, you can have time to see more attractions.

Corresponding to this is the convenient operating schedule of the Czech subway, whose carriages are ready to take tourists through long tunnels until midnight. You can buy a ticket at any station. Bus routes are no less popular. You can buy a pass for this type of transport at any kiosk or even a hotel. Buses, like trams, run on schedule every 30 minutes, which guarantees your mobility. But the funicular runs every 15 minutes in only one direction - towards the Petrin hill.

Cities of Germany

Germany has a more practical travel system. Travel documents here can be purchased both for 1 trip and for an unlimited number of trips within a certain amount of time. This is very practical and saves money. Interestingly, settlements are divided into several zones - central and suburbs, which are marked in different colors. But you can move around everything by single ticket. Route trams and buses run 24 hours a day.

As an alternative means of transportation, tourists are offered the metro, which combines a network of underground and surface trains. Trains run until 1 am.

Amsterdam

Here are the most popular view transport is the tram. The city has as many as 16 railway lines that penetrate into the most remote areas of the Dutch capital. You can buy a ticket either upon boarding from the conductor or in any public place. You can keep track of the schedule using electronic boards, which are located everywhere. If you have never been to Amsterdam before, it will be useful to know that you can get inside the carriage by pressing a special button that opens the doors. And in the dark, you can get around using night buses, which stop only on request.

Stockholm

Stockholm has a similar system of transport interchanges. The metro is divided into three lines, which originate from the central railway station. The local stations can claim to be works of art in their own right, each one being artistically designed. After visiting them, you are left with an impression comparable to a visit to art gallery. As an alternative urban transport, buses are proposed that will take tourists anywhere in the city. Know that you will not be allowed on board without a ticket, so make sure to timely purchase a travel document, which can cover both one and several trips.

Oslo

The Norwegian capital is pleased to offer four options for the movement of tourists. In addition to the already familiar underground and above-ground means, city guests can appreciate the benefits of ferries. With their help you can get to one of the nearby islands. You can purchase tickets for all types of transport at a ticket machine or a special kiosk. They give the right to use the services both one-time and for a certain time. By the way, buses are divided into day and night. In the latter, you won’t be able to travel with a regular pass.

Austria and Poland

The capitals of these neighboring states have an extensive network of metro, buses and trams. And if in Vienna the most popular is the underground mode of transportation, the branches of which run under all districts of the city, then in Poland preference is given to overland travel. If in Austria it is possible to purchase a single document for all types of travel, then in Warsaw you will have to buy a ticket separately for each type of transport. What is also common is that bus services are divided into night and day, and travel documents make it possible to make a certain number of trips.

London

In London, the easiest way for tourists to get around is by trams or the now legendary island state double-decker buses. Transport operates around the clock, and you can pay for the service using a special electronic Oyster card, which must first be topped up using the terminal. You can also take a ride on the subway, but be careful: the railway lines are divided into several zones and lines, and each has its own document.

Paris

Paris, a huge tourist attraction, offers many tourists a wide range of public transport options. There are buses, trams, metro, and even electric trains.
You can buy a ticket almost anywhere - from a newsstand to information centers and stops, and depending on its type, you will have the opportunity to make either a one-time trip or ride for several days. Accordingly, this also affects the cost.

Public transport in Germany ranks first in Europe in terms of development. Even the smallest German city has regular bus services, and larger towns have a comprehensive system of above-ground and underground public transport, allowing you to move freely without using a car or taxi.

Route maps and timetables for public transport in German cities can be obtained free of charge from tourist offices or downloaded from the website of the local transit agency. They are also often included in local printed guidebooks.

City buses

Buses (Omnibus) are the most common form of public transport in German cities. Bus stops in Germany are marked with a green "H" (Haltestelle) symbol and may be equipped with a special board showing the arrival times of routes in real time. Bus intervals may be shorter during rush hours and longer in the early morning and late evening.

Many cities in Germany have night bus services. IN central cities In many German regions, “tourist” bus routes run through the historical center, covering the most interesting sights.

Trams

Tram lines (Trambahn) are laid in most large and medium-sized cities in Germany. Settlements in the eastern regions of the country and Bavaria have a particularly extensive tram system. In some German cities, tram tracks in historical center can go underground.

Trams in Germany run strictly on schedule, with intervals of approximately 20-30 minutes. Tram stops, like bus stops, are marked with a green letter “H” and are equipped with a board showing the waiting time for each route.

Urban railways

Many large and developed cities in Germany (Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Cologne) have light urban and commuter trains, one of which is called S-Bahn, and the other - Stadtbahn.

The S-Bahn operates on the basis railway tracks(managed by Deutsche Bahn) as a ground-based metro option, with possible continuation in the suburbs and nearby cities. Stadtbahn was created on the basis of tram tracks, as a higher-speed substitute tram routes, serving the city center and surrounding areas. Some sections of the urban train route, like the metro, run underground.

Unlike the metro, city train cars on different routes can arrive at the same platform, and the main difference from suburban regional trains is the much shorter distance between stops. Stadtbahn trains have the right of way on tram tracks, which significantly reduces travel time.

The names of Stadtbahn routes begin with the letter “U”, S-Bahn - with the letter “S” and are displayed on the board at the beginning of the cars and on the station information board. S-Bahn train platforms are identified by signs with the letter "S", and Stadtbahn by signs with the letter "U" with the words "Stadtbahn" added.

The doors in German train cars do not open automatically at a stop - to do this, you need to press a special button located on them after it lights up green.

Metro

The largest German cities have their own underground metro lines (U-Bahn or Untergrundbahn), running mainly along central regions. The metro (together with city trains) in cities such as Berlin and Munich forms the basis of the public transport system.

The entrance to the subway in Germany is marked with a sign with the letter "U".

Other types of public transport

IN different regions In Germany there are also the following types of public transport:

• Zahnradbahn - cog railways used in the highlands of the country
• Seilbahn - cable cars or funiculars
• Schwebebahn - suspended railways, the oldest of which is located in Dresden
• H-Bahn/Hochbahn - monorail elevated trains
• R-Bahn - commuter regional trains

Tickets and prices

In each city or region of Germany, the public transport system is run by regional transport operators or "tariff unions" (Verkehrsverbund), which regulate fares and fares.

Tariffs for public transport services in Germany are based on a zonal system. The country's regions are divided into tariff zones (Tarifzonen), usually clustered around large population centers.

Travel on public transport in Germany is paid according to the “one ticket - one zone” system. Those. There is a single ticket for all types of transport (of different types), which is valid within one zone. Crossing each of tariff zones, you need to buy a new ticket, or a ticket valid in several zones at once (a more profitable option for regular trips).

In general, a trip over short and medium distances in German cities will cost 1-4 €.

Where to buy tickets

Tickets and passes for public transport in Germany can be purchased:

• In the office or on the website of a regional transport operator (for example, the Berlin company BVG)
• In ticket machines installed at most stops and platforms (payment in cash and by German bank card)
• In ticket machines installed inside the transport (payment only with a German bank card)
• Directly from the driver (bus, tram), its cost depends on the final destination of the trip
• At the metro ticket office

Ticket machines are usually equipped detailed instructions However, there are also old-style machines, where all functionality is only in German. The important points of the machine’s “menu” to be filled out are: the type of ticket, the four-digit code of the “destination” (Fahrziel), and the age category of the passenger - “adult” (Erwachsene) or “child” (Kind).

In order not to understand the confusing settings of the automatic cash register, you can
ask to purchase a day ticket from the machine located next to the machine
German, addressing him with the phrase in English: “Please, can you buy me a ticket for a day.”

Tickets become valid from the moment they are composted in special machines (Entwerter) installed at the entrance to the vehicle (bus, tram) or station (metro); without this, the ticket is considered invalid. A ticket purchased directly from the driver does not need to be validated. Travel tickets are shown to the driver at the entrance, and validated tickets can be checked by inspectors (Fahrkartenkontrolleur) directly in the transport. The fine for traveling without a ticket in Germany is 30-50 €.

At early booking ticket prices may be significantly reduced.

Ticket types

All tickets for public transport in Germany are divided into several main types:

• Disposable- a regular ticket (Einzelfahrausweis), which allows you to use all types of public transport for 2 hours (within 1 zone). The cheapest one-time tickets - Kurzstreckekarte - are designed for travel over short distances (4 nearest stops for a bus, tram or 1 stop for a train).
• Group ticket- a multi-ticket (Mehrfahrtenkarte, Streifenkarte) can be used by 3-10 passengers once within 1 hour. There is a full day group ticket for up to 5 people.
• 1 day ticket- a day ticket (Tageskarte) is valid within one zone, until 4 am the next day.
• 1 week ticket- valid during the calendar week, until 4 am on the first day of the next week.
• Ticket for 1 month- valid during a calendar month, until 12:00 on the first day of the next month. Another type of monthly ticket is a transport pass, which can be purchased at the office of the regional transport operator.
• Annual Pass- valid for 1 adult or 3 children. It is suitable for a long stay in the country.

The cost of children's tickets (up to 13 years) in Germany is significantly lower than for adults. Preschoolers ride for free. Students in Germany have the opportunity to purchase a special ticket for 6 months, at the cost of a regular monthly ticket.

Travel tickets

Both international (Eurail Pass, InterRail for S-Bahn trains) and national (WelcomeCard, CityTourCard) are suitable for paying for public transport in Germany. travel tickets, allowing you to save significantly on regular trips.

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In Barcelona, ​​it is better to travel by metro, and in Madrid, do not forget to buy a tourist pass.

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Many tourists are delighted with Ukrainian metro prices. It is considered one of the cheapest in the world. In Europe, sometimes it is better to wander around the city on foot than to pay 2 euros for a one-time fare.

How public transport works in the most popular cities and which passes are best to buy, read the article website.

Prices for public transport in Barcelona

An amazing city where the influx of tourists is twice as large as the local population.

Despite this, public transport in the city of Gaudí is the fastest and, by the way, the cheapest way to get around the city.

Very convenient transport - metro. You can ride almost throughout the city on 5 lines, the metro operates until 12 pm, and on weekends until 2 o’clock. A one-time ticket costs €1.45, for schoolchildren - 90 cents.

The bus is also a fairly convenient form of transport; there are about 70 routes throughout the city. But be careful: during rush hours it is quite difficult to get around the city.

You may get stuck in the same traffic jam as on the Kiev Vozdukhoflotsky Bridge. The price for the bus is the same as for the metro - €1.45.

There are 6 transport zones in Barcelona and the Integrated Fare System operates here.

This means that you can purchase a one-time pass that will be valid for 4 types of transport during the time and zones for which you purchased the card.

For example, travel for all types of transport for a day in zone 1 will cost €6.2. If you plan to travel in 2 zones, the price will increase to €9.75. The same pass for 2 zones, but for a month will cost €73.6.

You can buy a 2-day pass for all types of transport for €11.5, for 4 days - €21.

Also in Barcelona there are different tariffs for pensioners, large families, travel by excursion buses.

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Prices for public transport in Madrid

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The metro in Madrid is considered one of the largest in Europe. Trains run on 12 regular metro lines and 3 light metro lines.

Interestingly, metro line 12 (south of Madrid) is operated by a different company - Metrosur, regular tickets do not apply to it, you must buy another ticket for the same price.

One trip on the Madrid metro costs €1.5, and 10 tickets will cost you €9.3.

If you decide to go out of town, you need to use a special country train. There are 7 zones here, if you are traveling within one zone, then the ticket price is €1.35, if you need to go to the 7th zone - €4.4.

You can purchase a ticket for the country train, which is valid in all zones. It costs €6.2, and the trip round will cost you €12.40.

City buses in Madrid are operated by EMT and you can see their logos on the buses.

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The price of buses depends on the number of zones you travel to. 1 trip within one zone costs €1.1. 10 tickets will cost €10. Bus tickets are valid in the Madrid area and also for trips outside the city. Ticket prices are the same for night and day buses.

If you are a tourist, then the most The best way traveling around Madrid - purchase a Tourist Travel Pass. With this ticket you can travel by all types of transport.

This ticket is divided into zone A - valid only in Madrid, T - in addition to traveling in Madrid, you can also use it on buses in the cities of Guadalajara and Toledo, some types of metro and trams.

Children under 11 years old receive a tourist pass with a 50% discount. Tourist Travel Pass can be purchased for 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7 days.

Traveling in zone A for one day will cost €6, and zone T will cost €12. Prices for other days can be found on the official website.

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Prices for public transport in Warsaw

In connection with Euro 2012, next summer Warsaw will be crowded with football fans. If you belong to one of them, all the more you need to carefully study the public transport system in the city.

You can travel around Warsaw by tram, bus, metro and high-speed urban rail.

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You need to know that all main trams are designated by numbers 1-39. If you see trams numbered 40 to 49, remember - they go to certain time days and weeks. All types of tickets are valid on trams.

Buses in Warsaw are numbered 100 to 399, please note that numbers 300 to 399 are temporary lines. If you see a letter and a number on the bus, for example E-5, then these are express buses.

They move quickly between the outlying areas of Warsaw and the city center. These buses do not stop at every stop, so find out their route in advance.

High speed trains (SKM) are identified by the letter S and a number. Their route passes through two ticket zones. And they are paid in the same way as buses, but more on that later.

One metro line in Warsaw connects the Bielany district with the Ursynow district and passes through the city center. Here the metro runs until 1 am, and on weekends - until 3 am.

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Regarding travel zones, everything is very clear in the city. There are two of them: 1 is the city, 2 are the suburban areas of Warsaw.

As for tickets, you can purchase temporary tickets: 20-minute (2.6 PLN), 40-minute (3.8 PLN), 60-minute (5.2 PLN).

They give the right to an unlimited number of trips in two zones for the appropriate time from the moment of composting.

A one-time ticket in one zone costs 3.6 zlotys, in two zones - 5.6 zlotys. With this ticket you can ride in one type of transport, just keep in mind that total time should not exceed 120 minutes.

One-day travel in one zone costs 12 zlotys, in two - 19 zlotys.

A pass for 30 days for all types of transport will cost you 90 zlotys, for 90 days - 220 zlotys.

In Warsaw, public transport is very convenient for students. They receive a 50 percent discount on all tickets.

More detailed information It is very useful that there is also a Russian version, so no questions or problems should arise.

Prices for public transport in Vienna

Vienna is one of the most vibrant and beautiful cities Europe. Especially on the eve of the Christmas holidays.

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It has a very simple and, perhaps, the most convenient public transport system in Europe.

The network of buses, trams, metro and trains completely covers the whole of Vienna and its suburbs. A single ticket is suitable for all types of transport in the city.

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A one-time pass (Einzelfahrschein) costs €1.8 if you buy from ticket offices or machines. And - attention! - if directly on a bus or tram, then the price is already €2.2.

A one-time ticket is valid within one zone, and with it you can only move in one direction, but at the same time you are allowed to transfer to other lines and modes of transport.

In Vienna, tickets are also available at a special half price. 2 trips at this price will cost €1.8, 4 - €3.6.

You can purchase a ticket for 24 hours, its price is €5.7, for 48 hours - €10, and for 72 hours - €13.6.

If you decide to go shopping in Vienna, buy a special shopping card (Wiener Einkaufskarte). Its price is €4.6.

This pass is valid for one day for an indefinite number of trips within the city from 8:00 to 20:00, excluding Sundays or holidays.

8-Tage Klimakarte is also a very favorable tariff. It costs €28.8. The ticket contains 8 composting strips. Conveniently, you can use travel days not consecutively.

In Vienna they also thought about tourists; there is a special Vienna tourist card (Die Wien-Karte). Its price is €18.5.

This card can be used for 3 days, and it also gives discounts to museums, galleries, and concerts. A child under 15 years of age can also use this card with you at no additional cost.

Vienna tourist card It can be purchased at the information desk on Albertinaplatz and is also sold in hotels.

For more information about all types of travel cards, please visit the Vienna public transport website.

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Prices for public transport in Amsterdam

You need to pay for travel in Amsterdam with a special electronic card OV-chipkaart.

This card is valid in the metro, buses and trams. These cards have different operating hours: from 1 hour to 168. A-card is an anonymous card, P-card is a personal card, and a one-time use card is called D-card.

This is exactly what tourists get. And the first two are valid for 5 years; to apply for them, you need to write an application in Dutch to the city GVB service. All information can be checked on the official website.

An OV-chipkaart card costs €2.6 for one hour, €7 for 24 hours, and €11.5 for 48 hours. If you plan to use transport for 72 hours, it will cost €15.5. 144 hours of card validity will cost €27.5, and the price of 168 hours will cost €30.

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