Capital city in Amman Governorate, Jordan
Getting around Amman
How to get around Amman
Amman is hilly and spread out. Use Careem or Uber for most trips; the Amman Bus BRT line is cheap but limited. Taxis are plentiful downtown.
Ways to get around Amman
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Careem / Uber | 2.5–5 JOD for 5 km | Best for visitors; fixed fares and English interface |
| Yellow taxis | Metered, about 0.4 JOD base | Insist on the meter or use an app |
| Amman Bus (BRT) | About 0.5–1 JOD | One line plus feeder buses; Sarvis shared minibuses are cheap but confusing |
Ride-hailing apps in Amman
A 5 km ride costs about JD2.5–5 ($3.5–7.1).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Careem | Most reliable, fixed fares, English app |
| Uber | Works, similar prices to Careem |
| Jeeny | Local app, cheaper, Arabic-first |
- Yellow taxis should use the meter; many drivers don't. Use apps or insist before you get in.
Arriving in Amman
Queen Alia International (AMM)
Airport Express bus to Abdali about 3.3 JOD, 45–60 min. Taxi or Careem to the center about 20–30 JOD, 35–45 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Bring an IDP (1949 convention) with your home licence; speed cameras and checkpoints are common.
- Onward travel in Jordan: JETT buses link Amman with Petra, Aqaba and the Dead Sea; minibuses fill gaps but leave when full. A rental car or hired driver is easiest for the King's Highway.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Amman?
Yes. Apps that work here: Careem, Uber, Jeeny.
What's the best way to get around Amman?
Amman is hilly and spread out. Use Careem or Uber for most trips; the Amman Bus BRT line is cheap but limited. Taxis are plentiful downtown.
How do I get from the airport to Amman?
Airport Express bus to Abdali about 3.3 JOD, 45–60 min. Taxi or Careem to the center about 20–30 JOD, 35–45 min.
Is Amman walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
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