Getting to Yerevan: Zvartnots International Airport (35km west) is the main gateway. Taxis, ride-shares, and airport buses available to city center. Journey takes 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
Within Yerevan:
- Metro: Clean, fast system covering major zones. Single ticket costs ₽100 AMD (~$0.25 USD). Day pass available. Runs 6:30am-11pm.
- Marshrutkas (Minibuses): Shared vans following set routes. Cheap (₽100-200 AMD) and authentic but crowded during rush hours.
- Taxis: Official taxis have meters; negotiate price with private drivers beforehand. Grab and Yandex apps available for app-based transport.
- Walking: Central Yerevan is walkable; neighborhoods are compact and pedestrian-friendly.
Day trips: Private hire car/driver (~$50-80/day), group tours, or marshrutka from main station.
✈️ Airport Transfer
Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) to city center:
- Bus 201: Public bus to central Yerevan (Republic Square area) in about 30 minutes, fare around 300 AMD
- Taxi (GG or Yandex app): Metered ride to city center in 15-20 minutes, typically 2000-3500 AMD
- Private transfer: Pre-booked car with driver waiting at arrivals, about 20 minutes to downtown for 5000-7000 AMD
- Airport shuttle minivan: Shared minivan service to major hotels in 25-35 minutes, around 1500 AMD per person