Turin public transport tickets: how to get around

Thinking of moving to Turin? Learn insider tips on public transport tickets, costs, and the best alternative ways to explore the city—perfect for students and expats!

Angelina

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Updated on 16 Sep 2026

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A single Turin public transport ticket costs €1.70 and covers 100 minutes of travel on any GTT bus, tram, or one metro ride, making Turin one of the most affordable cities in Italy to get around. Turin is one of the most exciting places to live in Italy as an expat. Here you have amazing nature, warm climate, rich culture and a lively nightlife. And all of this comes at a much lower cost than in larger cities such as Milan and Rome. That also means you'll benefit from affordable rent and cheaper public transport in Turin.

If you're relocating to Turin, it's helpful to understand how to get around the city in advance. So keep reading and you'll know all about it!

• A single city ticket costs €1.70 for 100 minutes; a daily ticket is €4 and covers unlimited rides for one day.
• Students under 26 get the cheapest deal: a monthly pass for €25 or an annual pass for €258 on a personal BIP card.
• Young professionals who commute daily save more with a Formula U monthly pass (€38) or Formula 3 for suburb-to-city travel (€59/month).
• Buy tickets at newsstands, tobacconists, vending machines, or through the To Move app, and always validate before boarding to avoid fines.
• Families or anyone with mobility needs can use GTT's lift-equipped metro stations and low-floor buses, though only around 60% of bus routes are fully accessible.
• Turin's single metro line is fast but limited, so most residents rely on buses, trams, or shared bikes and e-scooters for the last mile.

Gruppo Torinese Trasporti (GTT) is the company responsible for public transportation in Turin. Its network boasts a sole metro line of 13.2 kilometres, 9 tram lines and over 80 bus lines.

When choosing a neighbourhood to live in you should carefully consider the distance to your study or work. Even though Turin is well-connected with public transport, you can end up spending over an hour commuting if you don't do your maths right.

Public transport here is rather affordable and can easily fit into your monthly budget for living in Turin.

GTT offers several types of tickets and travel cards:

• A regular 'city ticket' or biglietto city of €1.70 grants you 100 minutes for buses and trams or 1 subway ride.
• A 'daily ticket' of €4 grants you an unlimited number of journeys on the entire GTT network for one day.
• A 'multidaily 7' ticket of €17.50 gives you access to the entire GTT network for 7 days.

Keep in mind that the countdown begins from the moment of validation of your ticket.

If you plan to use public transport in Turin frequently, we recommend requesting a personal BIP travel card.

On this card, you can load one or few subscriptions, such as:

• An 'under 26 pass' or (abbonimenti under 26) is for young adults aged under 26. If you're eligible you can buy a monthly pass (abbonamento mensile) for €25 or an annual pass (abbonamento annuale) for €258.
• A Formula U pass allows you to travel without restrictions within Turin. You can choose from a weekly pass (settimanale) for €12, monthly (mensile) for €38, or annual (annuale) for €310
• A Formula 1 suburban (suburbano) network pass is for those who live outside of Turin.
• A Formula 3 (zone U+A) subscription allows you to travel through the entire network (intera rete). This type of pass is recommended for those who commute daily between the suburbs and the city centre.

You can request your BIP card online free of charge if you buy a subscribtion simutaniously. Otherwise, the card costs € 3.

Prices for Public Transport Tickets and Travel Passes:

If you’re planning your monthly spend, transport is only one part of it—see what transport costs fit into overall expenses.

Which pass to prioritise: prioritise the under 26 pass if you're a student, since it's the cheapest option by far. Prioritise Formula U if you're a young professional living and working within Turin. Prioritise Formula 3 if you commute daily between the suburbs and the city centre.

If you’re a student looking to make the most of your weekends and commute, check out student-friendly things to do across the city—your pass works for sightseeing, too!

Where can I buy public transportation tickets in Turin?

You can purchase public transportation tickets at any newsstand, tobacconist or 24h automatic vending machines at the metro stations in Turin.

On board, some buses and trams also sell single tickets directly from an onboard machine, though it's cheaper and more reliable to buy in advance from a vending machine or shop, since not every vehicle has a working ticket machine.

Buying tickets with the To Move app

Alternatively, if you have an Android, you can download To Move app to buy and manage your public transport tickets for Turin from your phone.

The app shows real-time bus and tram arrivals, lets you plan routes across the GTT network, and is available in English, which helps if you don't speak Italian yet. For live service updates, including strikes or planned works, check GTT's official alerts page or the muoversiatorino.it portal before you head out.

How to validate your ticket (and avoid a fine)

Validate your ticket the moment you board a bus or tram, or before you pass through the metro gates. To do that, just place your ticket into the slot of the validating machine inside the tram/bus. Forgetting to validate is treated the same as travelling without a ticket, and inspectors can fine you on the spot even if you're holding a valid, unvalidated ticket in your pocket. If you realise you forgot, get off at the next stop, validate at a machine if one's nearby, and re-board rather than risk the fine.

Buses and trams are the easiest means of travelling in Turin. They connect the city of Turin with its outskirts and run from 5 am to midnight.

On Fridays and Saturdays, you can make use of a special night service called 'Night Buster' that runs until 5 am. It goes every hour and stops near the main night spots in Turin. Stick to well-lit main stops and travel with a friend late at night, since some outer routes run less frequently after midnight. If you’re planning to make the most of the city after dark, plan a night out in Turin with our local nightlife guide.

Some of the main rules to follow when using a bus or tram in Turin:

• Ring the bell before your stop to let your driver know you need to step out
• Similarly, indicate that you'd like to hop on to the vehicle when standing at a tram/bus stop
• Validate your ticket when boarding a tram/bus. To do that, just place your ticket into the slot of the validating machine inside the tram/bus.

Subway is surely the fastest way to get from A to B in Turin. As long as both A and B are located along the single metro line though!

The subway system connects the suburb of Collegno to the Lingotto Expo. It also passes through the city's main railway stations of Porta Nuova and Porta Susa. All in all, you can cover an hour's distance in only 20 minutes!

You can recognize metro stations of Metropolitana by a red sign with the letter "M." Then, similarly to other public transport, just go down and buy your ticket at one of the vending machines. You'll validate your ticket when entering the gates of the metro station.

Working hours of Turin's Underground are:

Yes, though coverage varies by route. All 13 stations on Turin's metro line have lifts, tactile paving, and wheelchair-accessible turnstiles, so the subway is generally the most reliable option for wheelchair users. On the surface network, look for the wheelchair symbol on the timetable: GTT estimates roughly 60% of bus routes run low-floor or ramp-equipped vehicles, while coverage on trams is more limited.

Wheelchair users and their carers travel free of charge on GTT vehicles. If you rely on step-free access, plan your route around metro stations first and check GTT's public transport accessibility page before you travel, since not every stop guarantees a ramp.

Getting around Turin by car

Most of the city of Turin is accessible by car. The only exception is the historical centre and the surrounding areas which are considered restricted (ZTL). Driving into such an area without an appropriate authorization will result in a steep fine, so make sure you familiarise yourself with the ZTL boundaries and timetables in advance.

You can find both underground and street parking in Turin. You'll deal with varying hourly rates ranging from €1.30 to €2.50, depending on the area. You can purchase a parking voucher from GTT retailers such as tobacconist, newspaper shops and parking ticket machines.

All things considered, Turin isn't an ideal place to drive through. The streets are narrow, the traffic is fierce and driving in the centre is restricted. So, if you live in one of the neighbourhoods close to the heart of Turin, we advise you to stick to public transport or choose an alternative transportation method like bike or e-scooter.

Getting around Turin by taxi

You can grab a taxi in Turin at one of the designated taxi stops or order it to a specific address. Though, of course, the easiest way is to order a cab through one of the car sharing apps.

It might sound counterintuitive but Uber isn't the way to go in Italy. Unfortunately the largest car sharing service doesn't have a lot of drivers and only offers Uber Black in Turin which is one of their more expensive services.

The best app to order a taxi in Italy, and Turin specifically, is FREE NOW.

It operates according to the same tariffs as the regular local taxi and quickly locates the nearby drivers in your area. It also offers plenty of discounts!

If you want to know what everyday life is really like as a young expat or student navigating the city—including using taxis, ride-hailing, and getting home late—learn what expat life in Turin is like.

Taxi fares in Turin are as follows:

Shared mobility services in Turin

Bikes

Similarly to many other European cities, it's common to ride a bike in Italy. This means of transport can save you a lot of hassle and time in Turin, especially if you live around the city centre. Needless to say, it's the best you can do for the environment.

If you don't feel like buying your own bike just yet, you can make use of Turin's bike sharing program [TO]BIKE.

To grab a bike from one of 140 stations in Turin, you first need to buy the [TO]Bike membership. Then you'll get an electronic card which will allow you to use the service 24h a day.

The annual subscription costs only €25, including €5 compulsory credit. The first 30 minutes of your travel will be free of charge and then you'll pay according to the defined tariffs per half an hour, with the maximum of €2/30 min.

E-scooters

The other travel option in Turin is e-scooters, including sitting (scooter elettrici) and standing (monopattini) options. Conveniently, Voi and Cooltra sharing services are available via the FREE NOW app. So you're able to see the nearest pick up spots of the e-scooters and unlock a vehicle directly from that same app!

Besides being a lot of fun, e-scooters are a very affordable means of transportation. Using Voi, you'll pay a fixed rate of €1 for unlocking plus the fixed fee of €0.19/minute.

However, there're more e-scooter services such as Dott available in Turin and they require separate apps. So, if you'd like to have an overview and compare the prices of all the mobility options available in your area, cabs included, Urbi is your best friend!

E-scooters however might be somewhat scary for an inexperienced user, especially with Turin's roaring traffic. So, even though we highly recommend trying it out, please, do it with caution!

To sum it all up, we recommend you to walk or ride a bike, if the location of your work or university in Turin allows you.

Cars and taxis aren't the most practical means of transportation in a city like Turin, especially if you live close to the historical centre.

Undeniably, subway is the fastest way to get around, but its connection is very limited.

Luckily, bus and tram stops are scattered around most of the city of Turin and its suburbs. But it might be a very long commute, depending on where you decide to settle down in Turin. If you plan to travel frequently, get a BIP travel card with a monthly or annual subscription.

E-scooters are a fun alternative to the aforementioned options if you're not scared of driving the swift two-wheelers.

On a last note, it's a good idea to factor the commute to your study or work when you decide to search homes for rent in Turin. Filter your search by proximity to a metro stop or tram line before you commit to a neighbourhood, and book your room, studio, or apartment through HousingAnywhere so the whole process, from application to secure payment, is done online before you land in Turin. That way you can avoid unnecessary stress when starting a new exciting chapter in your life abroad!

If you're ready to make the move, get your moving-to-Turin checklist for all the logistics and admin you need to sort before arrival. For help picking the right spot or budgeting, check out our Turin neighbourhood guide and cost of living in Turin resources.

How do I buy public transport tickets in Turin as a foreigner? Buy them at any newsstand, tobacconist, or vending machine at metro stations, or download the To Move app to purchase and manage tickets from your phone, no residency required.

What is the cheapest ticket or pass for students using Turin's public transport? The under 26 pass is the cheapest option, at €25/month or €258/year on a personal BIP card, if you're eligible by age.

Can I use a mobile app to buy and validate Turin public transport tickets? Yes, the To Move app lets you buy and manage tickets on Android, and it also shows real-time arrivals and route planning in English.

Where can you buy Turin bus and tram tickets in person? At newsstands, tobacconists, and 24-hour vending machines located at metro stations across the city.

Are there discounted tickets for young people or Erasmus students in Turin? Yes, anyone under 26 qualifies for the under 26 pass, one of the cheapest subscriptions on the entire GTT network.

How do I plan a route using Turin's public transportation system? Use the To Move app or the muoversiatorino.it portal to plan routes, check real-time arrivals, and see live service alerts.

What alternatives to public transport are available in Turin? [TO]BIKE bike sharing, Voi and Dott e-scooters, FREE NOW taxis, and driving are all viable alternatives, though driving is restricted in the historical centre (ZTL).

Does public transport in Turin run at night and how safe is it? Buses and trams run until midnight, and the 'Night Buster' service covers Friday and Saturday nights until 5 am; stick to main stops and travel with company late at night for extra safety.

What should I do if I forget to validate my ticket in Turin? Get off and validate at the next available machine as soon as possible; travelling with an unvalidated ticket is treated as travelling without one and can result in an on-the-spot fine.

How accessible is Turin's public transport system for people with disabilities? The metro is fully accessible with lifts at all 13 stations, while around 60% of bus routes run wheelchair-accessible vehicles; wheelchair users and carers travel free.

Where can I check for current disruptions or planned works on Turin's transport network? Check GTT's official alerts page or the muoversiatorino.it portal for live updates on strikes, diversions, and planned maintenance.