All Direct Transfer Routes From Valencia Airport (Manises) (VLC)
VLC
20 min
The Metrovalencia (Lines 3 and 5) is the undisputed best way into Valencia, departing directly from the underground airport station every 10-15 minutes and reaching Xàtiva (Central Station) and Colón in just 20-22 minutes for €4.80 (€3.80 ticket + €1 reusable card). For extreme budget travelers, local Fernanbus Line 150 costs only €1.50 (approx. 40 min). Official taxis cost €20 - €25.
Terminals & Station Layout
The airport features one main passenger terminal divided into Regional and Main boarding gates. The Aeroport Metro station (Metrovalencia Lines 3 and 5) is located directly beneath the regional terminal on the lower basement level, accessible via escalators and lifts.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Only take official white city taxis from the clearly signposted rank outside arrivals. Taxis from the airport have a regulated minimum airport starting fee of €12.50 included in the metered fare.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
The Metrovalencia lines operate from 05:30 to approximately 23:30 (with extended services until around 01:30 on Friday and Saturday nights). For arrivals past midnight, official metered taxis cost approximately €20-€25 into central Valencia.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
Prefer a Driver Waiting at Valencia (VLC) Arrivals?
Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.
ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Cabify / Uber / Free Now & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Cabify / Uber / Free Now pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.