How to get around Fuerteventura? Youâve surely been wondering how to get from the airport to your accommodation or how to move around the island to visit the most beautiful beaches and the attractions of Fuerteventura.
In this guide, we compare all the ways to get around Fuerteventura, from the airport or elsewhere, comparing pros and cons so you can choose which one is best for you. Weâll look at how buses work in Fuerteventura, possible private transfers and shuttles, car rental and… even something more fun!
How to get around Fuerteventura by bus
It is possible to get around Fuerteventura using the local bus network, driven by Tiadhe.
The company offers connections between the islandâs main towns, particularly Puerto del Rosario (which, being the âcapitalâ of the island, is the hub for almost all bus connections), as well as Corralejo, Morro Jable, Gran Tarajal and several others.
On this page you can find all the bus lines in Fuerteventura, and by clicking on each one, you can view the map of stops, departure times and ticket prices for the various routes. These can also be downloaded as PDFs for easier access on your smartphone.
Pros and cons of buses in Fuerteventura
Although buses in Fuerteventura are fairly comfortable and modern, getting around Fuerteventura by bus can be quite costly, both in terms of time and money.
Letâs take the most extreme example, a trip from north to south, from Corralejo to Morro Jable: by car it takes about two hours, but by bus it takes almost 4 hours, with a change in Puerto del Rosario.
The cost of this round-trip journey is âŹ20 for the Puerto-Morro Jable route (Line 1) + âŹ6.80 for the Puerto-Corralejo route (Line 6). In summary: it takes half a day just to travel, leaving you with only a few hours to enjoy your destination, and if there are even just two of you, you could rent a car for at least 2â3 days for the same price.
That said, getting around Fuerteventura by bus can be practical if you are traveling alone and only plan to move in the nearby areas (or stay in the same village for the entire vacation, though that would be a shame given the islandâs offerings) or possibly explore more distant areas with some organized tour.
Airport transfer in Fuerteventura
If you donât feel like waiting for a bus, have lots of luggage, or donât want to rent a car, you might consider a shuttle or a private transfer to/from Fuerteventura airport that takes you directly to your accommodation.
WelcomePickups is a well-known service across Europe that offers private transfers or airport shuttles with a driver who will meet you at Fuerteventura airport. On the website you can calculate the price and even book in advance (also with free cancellation), so you can be sure itâll be there when you arrive.
Civitatis also offers a similar service, working in the same way.
By car
The car is definitely the method I most recommend for getting around Fuerteventura. I know, itâs not the most eco-friendly, but once on the island youâll quickly realize that a car is essential.
Firstly, Fuerteventura is an island over 100km long and driving across it from north to south (for example, from Corralejo to Morro Jable) takes about 2 hours on well-maintained roads. Moreover, public transport only reaches the main urban areas, so most beaches and attractions are inaccessible without your own vehicle.
You might think about renting a scooter: however, the island is quite windy and on some roads (like the one that goes through the beautiful dunes of Corralejo), you may get sand on your face. Also, the convenience of a car with a trunk can help you carry a change of clothes, beach gear, or extra water, especially with the summer heat.
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Last but not least, the price is a plus: petrol costs around 1,20âŹ/L and renting a car to get around Fuerteventura is really cheap, in the low season with âŹ50ââŹ100 you can rent one for 3â7 days, with full coverage. If you havenât already, have a look at the car rental guide for the Canaries to discover the best rental companies.
Dunebuggy or Quad
Getting around Fuerteventura with a Quad or a dunebuggy could be fun for a day or two. You could visit the Jandia peninsula, a barren area only accessible via off-road vehicles, or the volcanic areas near Corralejo, just to name a few.
If you’re new to these vehicles or prefer to explore these places with an organized tour instead of renting them independently, read here the places you can explore with an organized dunebuggy or quad tour in Fuerteventura and where to find them.
Finally…
Now that youâve decided how to get around Fuerteventura, itâs time to also find the best area to stay in Fuerteventura! Choosing a strategic location to stay is essential on such a large island.
Lastly, itâs time to find a great flight too with the box below!
