Tashkent City is Uzbekistan's capital and largest city, a sprawling Silk Road crossroads of old-town madrasas, a vast blue-domed bazaar, Soviet-era monuments and a fast-changing modern centre.
- Public
- The metro (3 lines) is cheap, clean and fast; buses fill the gaps.
- Taxi
- Yandex Go is cheap and reliable.
- Rental
- Not recommended; traffic and parking are difficult.
- Walking
- Good within old town and centre; distances between districts are long.
Transport at a glance
- Public
- 4/5
- Taxi
- 5/5
- Rental
- 2/5
- Walking
- 3/5
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
| Option | Cost | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yandex Go taxi | 40,000–80,000 UZS (~$3.3–6.7) | 20–35 minutes | |
| City bus | 2,500–3,000 UZS (~$0.2–0.2) | 40–60 minutes (verify route) |
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Overview
- Use Yandex Go; fares are shown before the ride and cash is accepted.
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Tashkent is spread out, but the metro and Yandex Go cover nearly every visitor route.
Airports
Airport
Tashkent International Airport (TAS)
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Tip
Install Yandex Go before arrival.
Tip
Metro fare is 2,500 UZS (~$0.21) per ride with electronic payment from 1 October 2026.
Tip
Buses accept transport cards; cash fare 3,000 UZS (~$0.25).
Tip
Metro runs roughly 05:00–00:00.