Seville public transport guide: buses, tram, metro, and bikes
How does Seville's public transport work?
Seville has four modes: Tussam buses (city-wide network, €1.40/trip), MetroCentro tram (single central line, €1.40), Metro Line 1 (suburban/cross-city, not useful for the historic centre), and Sevici bike share (€13.40 for 3 days, excellent for city cycling). A Tarjeta Multiviaje card reduces bus and tram fares to ~€0.69.
Seville’s public transport system is genuinely good for a Spanish city of its size. The Tussam bus network is comprehensive, the MetroCentro tram is useful for the central axis, the Sevici bike network is excellent, and the combined Tarjeta Multiviaje card makes it all cheaper. This guide covers every mode in practical detail.
Tarjeta Multiviaje — the transport card
Before covering individual modes, the key piece of advice: if you’re using public transport more than four times during your stay, get a Tarjeta Multiviaje (multi-journey card).
Cost: €1.35 to activate (card deposit-like fee). Each journey loaded onto the card costs approximately €0.69, compared to €1.40 cash per journey.
Where to get it: At MetroCentro and Metro stations, Tussam kiosks at major bus stops, and some tobacconists (estancos) in the city centre.
What it covers: Valid on all Tussam buses, MetroCentro tram, and Metro Line 1. Transfer credit: one card swipe covers connections within 30 minutes across modes (bus to tram or vice versa).
Practical note: The card can be shared between two passengers on the same journey (swipe twice). For families or groups, one card can serve multiple people.
Tussam buses — the backbone of the network
Tussam operates Seville’s municipal bus network with around 40 lines serving the entire city and its periphery. The buses are modern, air-conditioned, and run on a reasonable frequency during the day (every 10–30 minutes depending on line and time).
Fare: €1.40 per journey (cash), ~€0.69 per journey (Tarjeta Multiviaje).
How to board: Enter at the front, pay the driver or tap the card reader, and receive or scan your ticket. Keep it — occasional inspections occur.
Hours: Most main lines run approximately 06:00–23:00. Night buses (Búho lines) operate from approximately 00:00–05:00 at reduced frequency.
Useful lines for visitors:
| Line | Route segment useful for visitors |
|---|---|
| EA | Airport → Nervión → Plaza de Armas → Puerta de Jerez |
| C4 (circular) | Santa Justa → centre → Prado → back |
| 03 | Triana ↔ centre ↔ Nervión |
| 43 | Prado de San Sebastián ↔ Macarena |
Google Maps integrates Tussam timetables and is reliable for planning. The Tussam website (tussam.es) also has a journey planner.
Airport bus (EA): The EA line is technically a Tussam route but is functionally the airport transfer. Fare: €4 (not eligible for Tarjeta Multiviaje discount). See getting-to-seville-from-airport for specifics.
MetroCentro tram — the central axis
The MetroCentro is a single tram line running 1.4 km through the historic centre of Seville. It is not a full metro system — it operates at street level like a tram.
Route: San Bernardo → Archivo de Indias → Puerta de Jerez → Plaza Nueva → Campana
Fare: €1.40 per journey (same as bus), eligible for Tarjeta Multiviaje at €0.69.
Frequency: Approximately every 7–10 minutes during the day, every 15 minutes late evening.
Hours: Approximately 06:00–23:30 weekdays, slightly extended hours on weekends.
When it is useful:
- Arriving from Santa Justa AVE station: walk or take a bus to San Bernardo, then MetroCentro to Puerta de Jerez (near the Alcázar area)
- Moving along the central axis quickly when your feet are tired
When it isn’t useful: For most cross-city journeys, the buses are faster. The MetroCentro’s value is specifically the historic-centre axis.
No tram to airport: The MetroCentro does not reach the airport. Use the EA bus or taxi for airport transfers.
Metro Line 1 — suburban reach
Seville’s Metro has one operational line (Line 1, the green line) running southwest to northeast across the city. It opened in 2009 and is modern, clean, and air-conditioned.
Route: Olivar de Quintos (southwest suburbs) → Ciudad Expo → Mairena del Aljarafe → [city centre] → Nervión → [continues northeast]
Fare: €1.40 per journey, eligible for Tarjeta Multiviaje.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 06:30–23:00; Friday–Saturday 06:30–02:00; Sunday 07:00–23:00.
Stations closest to tourist sights:
- Puerta Jerez: Near the historic centre, Alcázar area (but the MetroCentro tram or walking is often more practical)
- San Bernardo: Near Santa Justa train station
- Nervión: Near the main commercial area and El Corte Inglés
When the Metro is useful for visitors:
- Getting to or from the Nervión shopping district
- Reaching the Feria grounds in Los Remedios during Feria de Abril (Blas Infante or Dr Marañón stations)
- Connections to western suburbs
When the Metro is not useful: For the historic centre sightseeing circuit (Alcázar, Cathedral, Plaza de España, Triana, Macarena). Walking is faster for most tourist-to-tourist journeys within the old city.
Sevici bike share — the practical cycling option
Seville has invested heavily in cycling infrastructure — around 175 km of dedicated bike lanes — and Sevici (the bike share system) has around 260 docking stations and 2,500 bikes distributed across the city.
Pricing:
- 1-day pass: €5 (unlimited 30-minute trips)
- 3-day pass: €13.40 (unlimited 30-minute trips)
- 7-day pass: €27.17
Trips over 30 minutes incur charges: €1.03 for each additional 30-minute block. For typical tourist use (riding between sights, crossing to Triana, cycling along the Guadalquivir), 30-minute slots are sufficient for most individual trips.
Sign up: At any Sevici docking station terminal (English language available), online at sevici.es, or via the Sevici app. You need a credit card for the subscription.
Helmets: Not provided with Sevici. Helmet hire is available from some bike rental shops near the river on both banks.
Key cycling routes for visitors:
- Along the Guadalquivir on both banks (flat, pleasant, continuous bike path)
- From the Triana bridge south to María Luisa Park and Plaza de España (15 minutes cycling)
- From the centre to Macarena neighbourhood (10–15 minutes)
- To Italica (ambitious — about 9 km each way, mostly flat but requires using road sections outside the dedicated lanes)
The seville-by-bike-guide covers cycling routes in detail.
Comparing Sevici to a guided bike tour: Sevici is better for flexible independent exploration. A guided tour adds historical context and a planned route — particularly useful on a first visit. For a structured guided cycling experience, see seville-by-bike-guide.
Comparing transport costs
| Journey | Walking | Bus (Multiviaje) | Sevici | Taxi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcázar → Plaza de España | 20 min | Not significantly faster | 10 min | 5 min / ~€6 |
| Centre → Triana | 15 min | Not shorter | 5 min | 5 min / ~€5 |
| Santa Justa → Alcázar | 20 min | 10 min / €0.69 | 10 min | 5 min / ~€8 |
| Airport → Centre | Not practical | 35 min / €4 | Not practical | 15 min / ~€24 |
Night transport
Public transport frequency drops after 23:00. For late evenings:
- Búho buses (night buses): Run on reduced-frequency night routes from approximately 00:00 to 06:00. Routes and stops at tussam.es — check the Búho service map.
- Taxis: Available throughout the night. Official taxis from ranks at Plaza Nueva, Puerta de Jerez, Nervión. Or call via the FreeNow / Cabify app.
- Walking: The historic centre is safe to walk at night and distances are short.
Accessibility
Modern Tussam buses are equipped with low floors and ramps. The MetroCentro tram is fully accessible. Metro Line 1 has lifts at all stations. Sevici docking stations are at pavement level. The main accessibility challenges in Seville are the cobblestone streets of the historic centre and the Alcázar’s uneven garden paths — both of which are outside the transport network’s control.
For full transport detail on getting from the airport specifically, see seville-airport-to-city-center and getting-to-seville-from-airport.
Frequently asked questions about Seville public transport guide
What is the Tarjeta Multiviaje in Seville?
The Tarjeta Multiviaje is a rechargeable public transport card that covers Tussam buses, the MetroCentro tram, and the Metro. A single journey costs approximately €0.69 with the card versus €1.40 cash. Available at bus kiosks, some tobacconists, and at the Metro station.Which bus goes from the Cathedral area to Santa Justa train station?
The MetroCentro tram line runs from the historic centre (Puerta de Jerez stop) to San Bernardo, which is close to Santa Justa. From San Bernardo, Santa Justa is a 10-minute walk. Several Tussam lines also serve this route.Is there a direct bus from the Cathedral to Plaza de España?
Plaza de España is only 1.5 km from the Cathedral — an easy 20-minute walk through the Jardines de Murillo. No bus is necessary. If you prefer, the C4 circular bus passes near both points.Does the Metro serve the historic centre of Seville?
No. Metro Line 1's closest station to the historic centre is Puerta Jerez (near the tram stop of the same name). The Metro is more useful for getting to the Nervión shopping area, the southern university campus, or the Mairena del Aljarafe suburbs.How do Sevici bikes work?
Sevici is Seville's bike-share system. Sign up at any docking station terminal or via the Sevici app. A 3-day tourist pass costs €13.40 and includes unlimited 30-minute journeys. Return the bike to any docking station before 30 minutes to avoid extra charges.
