Baku public transport combines a two-line metro with a city bus network, giving you ways to move around the capital and reach the Old City area. Baku city centre is about 8 minutes by car from Alison Hotel, a hotel in Baku, a starting point for planning journeys across the city.
- Transport: Metro and city buses, including routes operated by BakuBus.
- Metro: Two lines connect Icherisheher, Khatai, Hazi Aslanov and Darnagul.
- Payment: BakıKart is available at metro station terminals; bus fares vary by route.
- Route information: Check bus-stop schedules or the Map AYNA public-transport resource.
Which public transport options serve Baku?
Baku has a metro and a city bus network. The metro has a Red Line between Icherisheher and Hazi Aslanov, and a Green Line between Khatai and Darnagul.
Baku Metro stations are open daily from 06:00 to 00:00. The network includes Icherisheher station, which serves the Old City area. For station details and how to use the system, see this guide to using the Baku metro.
BakuBus is a public-transport operator serving routes in Baku. Bus schedules are generally displayed at stops, while digital public-transport information—including bus route lines—is available through Map AYNA, published by the Azerbaijan Land Transport Agency.
Paying for journeys and finding routes
BakıKart can be used for public-transport journeys, and the card is sold at terminals in metro stations. You can top up at BakıKart or MilliÖn terminals, or through the BakıKart mobile app and web portal.
Metro fares are 0.60 AZN per trip. Bus fares range from 0.50 to 1.30 AZN depending on the route; several inner-city routes cost 0.50 AZN. For current fares and service details, check the official site before you go: Baku Metro and BakıKart publish fare and card information.
For bus journeys, look for the schedule at the stop or use Map AYNA to check route lines. When planning a trip that combines a bus and metro, check the relevant route information for each part rather than assuming the same fare applies across services.
Using transport to reach the Old City and Boulevard
Icherisheher metro station serves the Old City area, so it provides a direct point of reference when you plan a metro journey there. The Red Line runs between Icherisheher and Hazi Aslanov.
To make a day of the historic centre, plan your Old City route around the area served by Icherisheher station; this one-day route through Baku Old City offers a focused itinerary.
Bus schedules at stops and Map AYNA route information can help you plan the surface-transport part of your journey.
Baku’s Boulevard is another destination to pair with time in the city. Check route lines and bus-stop schedules for the journey you have in mind, then use this guide to Baku Boulevard and Highland Park in one day to shape your visit.
When a taxi or walk may suit better
A taxi can be a practical alternative when your journey does not line up with the public-transport routes you plan to use. Licensed taxi companies include Baku Taxi Company and 189 Taxi; available apps include Uber, Yango and Bolt.
Walking is another option for some trips, particularly if you are already close to your destination.
FAQs
Which metro station serves Baku Old City?
Icherisheher station serves the Old City area and is on the Red Line.
How late does the Baku metro run?
Baku Metro stations are open to passengers daily from 06:00 to 00:00.
Where can you check Baku bus routes?
Bus schedules are generally available at stops, and Map AYNA publishes digital public-transport information, including bus route lines.
How much does a bus journey cost in Baku?
Bus fares range from 0.50 to 1.30 AZN, depending on the route. Check the official site before travelling for current fare information.