Transportation & Infrastructure Guide
Public transit, airports, and getting around in Armenia
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
5.8/10Yerevan Metro operates 10 stations on a 13.4 km line with trains every 5 minutes, serving 60,000 daily passengers. Extensive bus network covers all major cities with newly acquired fleet and Wi-Fi availability, though capacity constraints exist in Yerevan. Regional rail network spans 707 km with 69 stations operated by South Caucasus Railway.
Road Infrastructure
6.2/10Armenia has 8,800 km of paved roads (112th globally) with 1,561 km of expressways. The North-South highway project (556 km, $1.5 billion) aims to improve safety and connectivity. Recent climate resilience investments address infrastructure vulnerabilities, though maintenance challenges persist in some regions.
Internet Speed
6.8/10Widespread internet access in Yerevan and most urban areas with generally high speeds. Free Wi-Fi available in public spaces, offices, malls, cafés, and tourist destinations. Strong infrastructure supports business needs including cloud hosting and virtual servers.
Growing fiber availability in urban centers, particularly Yerevan; expanding to secondary cities
Airport Connectivity
5.5/10Armenia has 16 total airports with 3 major facilities providing domestic and international connectivity. Zvartnots International Airport (Yerevan) serves as the primary hub connecting to regional and European destinations. Limited hub status compared to major regional aviation centers.
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
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- Bus Trip
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- Taxi
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- High-speed Train
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Mobile Network
Three primary mobile operators offer convenient tariff plans with service centers in major towns and cities. Good 4G coverage in populated areas with expanding infrastructure investment.
Driving License
Armenia drives on the right side. International Driving Permit recommended for foreign visitors. Foreign licenses accepted for temporary visits; specific validity periods and conversion requirements should be verified with Armenian traffic authorities.
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