Getting around Armenia
Asia
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
5h direct
Indicative round-trip price
150-400 EUR round trip
Book
1-3 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
Marshrutkas (shared minibuses) very cheap linking cities and villages: 1-5 EUR depending on distance.
Train
Limited rail network; scenic Yerevan-Gyumri line and seasonal overnight train to Tbilisi (Georgia).
Taxi
Cheap but insist on a meter or use an app. Base fare ~600 AMD.
Metro
Yerevan Metro: a single line, 10 stations, ~100 AMD per trip.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yerevan | Lake Sevan | Marshrutka | 1h | 600-1000 AMD |
| Yerevan | Garni / Geghard | Marshrutka + taxi | 45 min | 300-2000 AMD |
| Yerevan | Gyumri | Marshrutka / train | 2h-3h | 1500-2500 AMD |
| Yerevan | Tbilissi (Géorgie) | Marshrutka | 5-6h | 8000-10000 AMD |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
Not common, mountain roads poorly suited
Car
22-40 EUR / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Required or strongly recommended
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Taxi without a meter
Some drivers quote an inflated price to tourists.
Tip :Order via GG or Yandex Go, price set in advance.
Fake guides at the monasteries
Touts around Garni or Geghard with vague prices.
Tip :Go through an agency or politely decline.
Practical tips
- Marshrutkas leave when they're full: arrive early and confirm the schedule.
- Renting a car unlocks the isolated monasteries of the South (Tatev, Noravank).
- Install GG (the local app): cheaper and more reliable than hailing a taxi.
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