Capital city in Tehran Province, Iran
Getting around Tehran
How to get around Tehran
Metro and BRT beat the traffic; Snapp and Tapsi cover the rest. War damage and strikes can close lines, airports and roads at short notice.
Ways to get around Tehran
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tehran Metro | Very cheap, a few cents per ride | Women-only carriages at the front; stored-value ticket needed |
| Snapp or Tapsi | Cheap by Western standards | Need an Iranian SIM and local payment; often unusable for tourists |
| Taxi | Haggle before boarding | Shared 'savari' taxis along main routes |
Ride-hailing apps in Tehran
- Foreign cards don't work, so pay cash. Ask your hotel to order a Snapp or hire a driver.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International (IKA)
About 50 km south: taxi 40–60 min, metro to Haram-e Mottahar then city lines. Strikes have disrupted flights; check airspace before travelling.
Mehrabad (THR)
Domestic airport near the center; taxi 15–30 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. A 1968 IDP is required. Accidents are common; women riding motorbikes risk arrest.
- Onward travel in Iran: Normally cheap domestic flights, VIP buses and trains. In 2026, strikes have damaged airports, railways, roads and bridges, and services change at short notice.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Tehran?
No. Use Snapp, Tapsi instead.
What's the best way to get around Tehran?
Metro and BRT beat the traffic; Snapp and Tapsi cover the rest. War damage and strikes can close lines, airports and roads at short notice.
How do I get from the airport to Tehran?
About 50 km south: taxi 40–60 min, metro to Haram-e Mottahar then city lines. Strikes have disrupted flights; check airspace before travelling.
Is Tehran walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.