Airport Hubs:
LPA → Las Palmas (San Telmo & Santa Catalina) Updated for 2026

How to Get from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Las Palmas City Center

Distance 19 km
Fastest 20 min
From €2.95 (~$3.25)
Top Pick Global Express Bus (Line 60)
Quick 10-Second Verdict:

Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is located 19 km south of Las Palmas. The most efficient and budget-friendly option is Global Bus Line 60, an express turquoise highway coach that departs every 30 minutes, takes 25 to 30 minutes to Estación San Telmo (Vegueta) and 35 minutes to Santa Catalina (Las Canteras Beach), and costs only €2.95. An official taxi takes 20 minutes and costs €25 - €32 (~$27 - $35 USD).

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the Canary Islands' largest metropolis, blending colonial architecture in historic Vegueta with the golden urban sands and surf of Playa de Las Canteras.

All Transfer Options Compared (2026 Fares)

Transport Option Typical Time 2026 Fare Frequency Best For Booking / Info
Global Express Bus (Line 60) Best Overall
25–35 min
€2.95
~$3.25 / €2.95
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Official Airport Taxi / Private Transfer Fastest
18–25 min
€25 - €32
~$27.00 - $35.00 / €25.00 - €32.00
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Detailed Step-by-Step Transfer Options

Option #1 Best Overall

Global Express Bus (Line 60)

€2.95 ~$3.25 / €2.95
Travel time 25–35 min
Frequency Every 30 min
Operating hours 06:00 - 23:15 daily (Line 1 overnight)
Where to buy tickets Tap contactless payment card on board or pay driver cash.
Main advantage: Direct express coach via the GC-1 motorway; comfortable seats, AC, and only €2.95.
Keep in mind: Drops at central bus stations rather than hotel front doors.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Exit arrivals and follow signs to the ground-level Global bus platforms.
  2. Board Line 60 (marked Las Palmas).
  3. Alight at San Telmo (Old Town) or Santa Catalina (Las Canteras Beach).
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Option #2 Fastest

Official Airport Taxi / Private Transfer

€25 - €32 ~$27.00 - $35.00 / €25.00 - €32.00
Travel time 18–25 min
Frequency On demand (2-4 min)
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets Official white taxi rank outside the ground floor exit.
Main advantage: Direct door-to-door transit to boutique hotels in Vegueta or beachfront apartments.
Keep in mind: Costs around 10 times more than the bus.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Walk directly to the official taxi queue outside arrivals.
  2. Check the official rate card displayed on the dispatch pillar.
  3. Enjoy the smooth 20-minute highway drive into Las Palmas.
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Tickets, Luggage & Late-Night Arrivals

How Tickets & Payments Work

You can pay directly on the bus with a contactless credit/debit card, Apple Pay, or cash, or purchase a rechargeable Wawa Young/Tarifa Bono card at terminal kiosks.

Traveling with Suitcases

Global highway coaches feature large luggage compartments in the belly of the bus opened by the driver.

Arriving After Midnight

Line 60 operates until 23:15; after that, Global Bus Line 1 runs hourly throughout the night along the coastal GC-1 motorway.

Common Mistakes & Airport Scams to Avoid

  • Alighting at San Telmo if your hotel is near Las Canteras Beach—stay on Line 60 until the final stop at Santa Catalina.
  • Attempting to hail a regular car instead of an official white taxi at the airport rank.
  • Only use official white taxis with roof lights and taximeters; ensure the driver activates the meter or quotes the regulated inter-municipal fare sheet displayed at the rank.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which bus station in Las Palmas should I choose?

Alight at San Telmo for the historic Vegueta/Triana old quarter; continue to Santa Catalina for beachfront resorts and hotels along Las Canteras Beach.

Can I pay for the Gran Canaria bus with a credit card?

Yes, all Global buses accept direct contactless payment with foreign Visa, Mastercard, and smart devices.

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