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Valencia metro tickets come as single fares, ten-journey SUMA 10 tickets, timed SUMA T/T+ passes and the Valencia Tourist Card. The right choice depends on your zones, airport travel and number of journeys. The reusable card is separate from the travel product: keep it for eligible reloads instead of paying for a new card each time.
Featured image: Alameda Metrovalencia station in Valencia. KaiKemmann, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Resized and converted to WebP.
Which Valencia Metro Ticket Should You Buy
Match your ticket to your trip length before you reach the platform. Valencia's metro system splits into single fares, multi-day SUMA T passes, the SUMA10 bundle, and the Valencia Tourist Card. Use the table below as a starting point, then check the zone and airport details in the sections that follow. For the full network picture across metro, tram, and bus, see the Valencia public transport overview.
| Traveler profile | Recommended ticket | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Single day trip, one metro ride | Billete Sencillo (single ticket) | Cheapest option for one journey, but factor in the Mòbilis card fee |
| Weekend, several journeys | Compare SUMA 10 with SUMA T2 | SUMA T2 covers 48 hours in AB; airport requires T+ |
| Week-long stay, lighter daily use | SUMA10 (10-journey pass) | Rides banked in advance without paying for a multi-day pass you won't fully use |
| Flying in or out via the airport | SUMA T+ (T1+/T2+/T3+) | Only the "+" tickets cover the airport stop; standard SUMA T does not |
| Travelling with children | Check Metrovalencia’s current child conditions | Age and accompanying-adult rules vary between transport operators |
| Group of three or more traveling together | TuiN ticket | One shared ticket card instead of separate single fares |
| Senior or student on a short visit | Standard single or SUMA T ticket | Discounted monthly passes exist but are built for month-long residents, not short stays |
How Valencia's Metro Zones Work
Do not confuse Metrovalencia’s metro fare map with the wider integrated SUMA map. The metro uses A, B and the airport supplement; the integrated network also reaches C and D destinations on other operators. SUMA 10 must cover every required zone. SUMA T1/T2/T3 cover AB, while the plus versions include Aeroport. A single metro ticket and an integrated SUMA journey have different conditions.
Ticket Types Compared: Single Fares, SUMA10, SUMA T, and the Tourist Card
Five main ticket types cover most metro trips: single fares, SUMA10, SUMA T, SUMA T+, and the Valencia Tourist Card. Each of these also works on Valencia's trams, including rides out to the coast. Check the tram-to-beach route for stop-by-stop directions. The table below lists validity, coverage, and pricing where it's confirmed.
| Ticket type | Validity | Coverage | Price note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single metro ticket | One journey | Selected metro zones; airport fare when needed | Check machine total including card support |
| SUMA10 | 10 journeys | Zones selected at purchase | Confirm current tier pricing at metrovalencia.es |
| SUMA T1/T2/T3 | 24/48/72 hours | AB, excluding Aeroport | Check current selling price |
| SUMA T1+/T2+/T3+ | 24/48/72 hours | AB including Aeroport | Check current selling price |
| Valencia Tourist Card | 24/48/72 hours | Metro AB including airport; Cercanías AB only | Visitor benefits as listed by Visit València |
- Compare the price of the whole product against your expected journeys. A reusable card fee is paid when obtaining a new support, not added again to every single ride.
- The Valencia Tourist Card adds sightseeing discounts on top of transport, so it suits travelers who'll actually use those extras.
- Compare the two options directly in the SUMA T versus Tourist Card comparison.
- If you're also weighing metro against city buses, the bus ticket guide breaks down EMT fares separately.
Airport Travel: Do You Need a Plus Ticket
For a city-centre airport journey, buy a single fare covering the city and Aeroport, an airport-valid SUMA 10, SUMA T+, or an active Valencia Tourist Card. A B+ ticket is not automatically enough from a zone A starting point. See the airport transfer guide for the route and the cruise-port guide for onward berth access.
Groups, Families, Seniors, and Students
Group use depends on the product. TuiN is a Metrovalencia product; it is not a universal EMT or Cercanías ticket. Validate each person and follow the operator’s shared-card rules. Child concessions also vary between operators, so check the current age cutoff and the number of accompanying children permitted for your ticket. Do not assume residency-based or youth concessions apply automatically to short-stay visitors.
The Mòbilis Card: A Cost You Need to Budget For
A reusable Móbilis/SUMA support has a separate initial price. Cardboard and plastic formats can have different charges; check the machine’s total and keep the same support for compatible reloads. The choice between singles, SUMA 10 and a timed pass depends on the travel you need, not on repeatedly adding the card fee to every fare.
Where and How to Buy Valencia Metro Tickets
Buy tickets before boarding at an authorised machine or sales point. Metro stations and tram stops have different layouts, and staffed booths are not guaranteed. Allow time to choose the right zones and check payment acceptance. The rail-station guide and coach-station guide explain onward connections.
Metro Operating Hours and What to Know Before You Go
Use Metrovalencia’s journey planner for your exact stop, direction and date. There is no single opening or closing time that describes every branch, and weekend or event services can differ. Check the return journey before travelling to the beach or airport late in the day.
Common Valencia Metro Ticket Mistakes to Avoid
A few recurring mistakes cost visitors time and money on Valencia's metro. Avoid these before you board:
- Buying a standard SUMA T pass for a trip that includes the airport; you need the SUMA T+ version instead.
- Forgetting to budget for the Mòbilis card fee on top of a single fare.
- Confusing the wider SUMA C/D zones with Metrovalencia’s own metro fare map; choose zones for the complete journey.
- Assuming all products include the same transfers; a metro single and SUMA 10 are different tickets.
- Buying a discounted personal product without checking eligibility and documentation.
Walkable Alternatives for Central Trips
Valencia's historic center is compact enough that many central attractions sit within easy walking distance of each other. For those trips, skip transit entirely and follow the self-guided walking route instead. Save your metro ticket budget for trips to the beach, the airport, or the outer zones.
Transfers and Validation: What to Do at Metro and Tram Stops
Validate your ticket before entering the metro or boarding a tram. Keep the same Mòbilis or SUMA card with you throughout the journey. Metrovalencia may require a tap at both entry and exit gates, particularly with pay-as-you-go TuiN credit.
SUMA10 includes one transfer within its integrated journey rules. That makes it more practical than buying separate tickets when a metro and tram connection is needed. Do not assume a Billete Sencillo has the same transfer allowance. Check the machine screen or official fare conditions if your route changes mode.
- On the metro, follow the gate prompts and validate when entering and leaving.
- On the tram, validation is normally required when boarding; there is no exit validation.
- For TuiN, every person in your group must be validated on the same journey.
If a barrier does not open, do not tailgate another passenger. Use the help point or station staff before travelling, since an unvalidated ticket can lead to a penalty.
Related routes and ticket guides
Use these guides for the next part of your car-free trip:
For travel beyond the city, compare Valencia’s day-trip routes before buying a pass: regional destinations can require additional zones, separate tickets or a replacement bus.
Sources and current travel checks
Reviewed on 6 October 2026. Route descriptions explain the normal journey or the operator’s published recovery plan; they are not confirmation that a particular departure is running today. Check live service notices, the dated return journey and any local connection before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Valencia metro ticket for a short visit?
For one ride, compare the single fare including any new support charge. For several rides, compare SUMA 10 with the timed SUMA T product for your zones. Standard SUMA T covers AB; airport travel requires a product that includes Aeroport.
Does the Valencia metro ticket include the airport?
SUMA T1/T2/T3 cover AB without Aeroport. The T+ versions include the airport, as does the active Valencia Tourist Card. Airport-valid single and SUMA 10 products are other options; select coverage for the entire journey.
How much is a single Valencia metro ticket?
Check the current Metrovalencia fare table or machine for your origin and destination, plus the cost of a new card if needed. Keep that card for compatible reloads; its support fee is not a per-ride surcharge.
Is the Valencia Tourist Card worth it for metro travel?
The Tourist Card includes specified visitor benefits as well as transport. Its Renfe coverage is limited to AB and does not include long-distance trains. Compare its current total with SUMA 10 or SUMA T/T+ and only count attractions you will actually visit.
Do children travel free on the Valencia metro?
Child travel rules depend on the operator and the accompanying adult’s ticket. Check Metrovalencia’s current conditions before travelling; do not apply the same age rule automatically to EMT buses or Renfe trains.
Can you buy a return ticket on the Valencia metro?
Select the product offered for your journey at the machine. You can plan a return using separate single journeys, but compare SUMA 10 or a timed pass if you need more rides. Keep the reusable support.
