Tenerife by Bus: 6 Hiking Routes by TITSA Guaguas (2026)
Hike Tenerife without a car using TITSA guaguas. Lines 342 & 348 to Teide, 355 to Masca, 369 to Teno, and Anaga lines 273/275. Timetables & Ten+ fares.
In this guide
- Tenerife mountain bus routes at a glance
- Ten+ contactless cards and bus fares explained
- Route 1: Line 348 from Puerto de la Cruz to Mount Teide
- Route 2: Line 342 from Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos to Mount Teide
- Route 3: Lines 273 and 275 into Anaga Rural Park
- Route 4: Lines 76 and 77 across the Anaga Ridge
- Route 5: Line 355 to Masca Gorge
- Route 6: Line 369 to Punta de Teno Lighthouse
- Frequently asked questions
Hiking Tenerife without a rental car is practical and affordable using the bright green TITSA guagua network and the rechargeable Ten+ card. Mountain line 348 from Puerto de la Cruz (€5.30) and line 342 from Costa Adeje (€8.05) climb daily to Mount Teide and the Parador, Line 355 provides mandatory access to Masca Gorge, Line 369 is the exclusive shuttle to Punta de Teno, and Lines 273 and 275 connect La Laguna with Anaga’s laurel forests.
Tenerife mountain bus routes at a glance
The table below outlines the primary public transit corridors connecting major coastal hubs to high-altitude national and rural park trailheads.
| Line | Corridor & Direction | Key Trailheads & Sights | Outward Departure | Critical Return | Approx Fare (Ten+) |
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| 348 | Puerto de la Cruz → Teide | El Portillo, Cable Car, Parador | 09:30 (Puerto Cruz) | 16:00 (Parador) | €5.30 |
| 342 | Costa Adeje / Cristianos → Teide | Vilaflor, Parador, Cable Car, Portillo | 09:15 (Costa Adeje) | 15:40 (Cable Car) | €8.05 |
| 273 | La Laguna → Cruz del Carmen → Chamorga | TF-10 Cruz del Carmen, Chamorga | Regular morning departures | 17:00 / 18:30 (Chamorga) | €1.45–€2.50 |
| 275 | La Laguna → Taborno | Taborno ridge, Roque de Taborno | 4–6 daily departures | 17:30 / 19:15 (Taborno) | €1.45 |
| 355 | Santiago del Teide ↔ Buenavista | Masca hamlet (Barranco de Masca) | Frequent daily shuttle | Coordinates with hike | €1.45–€2.10 |
| 369 | Buenavista del Norte → Punta de Teno | Teno Lighthouse, volcanic coastline | Hourly daytime shuttle | 19:00 / 20:00 (Punta Teno) | €1.00 |
Ten+ contactless cards and bus fares explained
TITSA operates on a unified fare system powered by the Ten+ (Tenmás) contactless card. You can purchase a rechargeable plastic card for €2.00 at major bus interchanges (Intercambiadores in Santa Cruz, La Laguna, Costa Adeje, and Puerto de la Cruz), tram stations, and official tobacco kiosks (estancos).
- Ten+ Rechargeable Card €2.00 Reusable card; top up with funds in €5 increments for 20%–30% discounts
- 1-Day Island Travelcard €10.00 Unlimited 24-hour travel on all TITSA buses & Santa Cruz/La Laguna trams
- 7-Day Island Travelcard €50.00 Unlimited travel for 7 consecutive days across the entire island network
- Contactless Credit Card / Apple Pay Standard Rate Tap physical bank card or phone on entry and exit; no discounts apply
- Teide Lines (342 & 348) Single Fare €5.30–€8.05 Covered by Ten+ card balance or single ticket; travelcards valid
TITSA bus fares and pass options on Tenerife in 2026. Remember to tap upon boarding AND upon exiting to calculate distance fares.
Route 1: Line 348 from Puerto de la Cruz to Mount Teide
Line 348 is the northern lifeline into Teide National Park. Leaving the Puerto de la Cruz bus station at 09:30, the bus winds up through the fertile banana plantations of the La Orotava valley before penetrating the pine forests of Corona Forestal.
- Key stops: Centro de Visitantes El Portillo (10:45), Teleférico del Teide Cable Car base station (11:00), and the Parador de Las Cañadas (11:15).
- Hikes accessible: Roques de García loop (Trail #3), Siete Cañadas (Trail #4), and the Montaña Blanca ascent (Trail #7).
- Return departure: Departs from the Parador at 16:00, picks up at the Cable Car at 16:05, and passes El Portillo at 16:20, arriving back in Puerto de la Cruz around 17:45.
Route 2: Line 342 from Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos to Mount Teide
Line 342 connects the southern beach resorts with the volcanic high plateau. Departing Costa Adeje Interchange at 09:15 and Los Cristianos at 09:30, it ascends via the mountain village of Vilaflor (10:15) before climbing above the treeline into the caldera rim.
- Key stops: Parador de Las Cañadas (10:55), Teleférico Cable Car (11:10), and El Portillo Visitors Centre (11:25).
- Return departure: Departs from El Portillo at 15:15, the Teleférico Cable Car at 15:40, and the Parador at 15:55, reaching the southern coast around 17:30.
Route 3: Lines 273 and 275 into Anaga Rural Park
San Cristóbal de La Laguna is the launchpad for exploring Anaga’s misty laurel forests. From the La Laguna Intercambiador:
- Line 273 (La Laguna → Cruz del Carmen → Chamorga): Travels the scenic spine of the Anaga ridge. Get off at Cruz del Carmen for short circuit walks through the laurisilva, or stay on all the way to Chamorga at the eastern tip of the island to hike the dramatic PR-TF 6 trail down to Roque Bermejo and the Anaga lighthouse.
- Line 275 (La Laguna → Taborno): Takes hikers deep into the heart of the northern cliffs. Taborno sits on a dramatic promontory; the loop around the iconic basalt monolith of Roque de Taborno is one of the most thrilling clifftop walks on Tenerife.
Route 4: Lines 76 and 77 across the Anaga Ridge
For sea-to-mountain traverse routes, Lines 76 and 77 descend from La Laguna into the secluded coastal valleys of Anaga:
- Line 76: Connects La Laguna with Afur, the starting point for the famous PR-TF 9 canyon hike down to Tamadite beach.
- Line 77: Descends through the green farming terraces of Taganana down to the black sand beaches of Playa del Roque de las Bodegas and Almaciga.
Route 5: Line 355 to Masca Gorge
To tackle the Barranco de Masca gorge, day hikers must utilize Line 355. Private cars are prohibited from parking in Masca village during hike days, and parking violations are met with heavy towing fees.
- Route: Operates as a mountain shuttle between Santiago del Teide and Buenavista del Norte, negotiating dramatic switchbacks along the TF-436 ridge road.
- Hiker strategy: Park your vehicle at the large free transit car park in Santiago del Teide, board Line 355 into Masca, hike the gorge down to the beach, take the pre-booked ferry to Los Gigantes marina, and take a local 15-minute taxi or Line 325 bus back to Santiago del Teide.
Route 6: Line 369 to Punta de Teno Lighthouse
Punta de Teno is Tenerife’s westernmost headland, crowned by a red-and-white lighthouse and framed by the colossal 500-metre sea cliffs of Los Gigantes. The access road (TF-445) is closed by automated barriers to private cars from 10:00 to 19:00 (winter) and 09:00 to 20:00 (summer).
- Line 369 shuttle: Runs hourly departures from the Buenavista del Norte bus station. The journey takes 20 minutes and costs just €1.00 each way.
- Activities: Explore volcanic lava fields, snorkel in crystalline ocean coves, and photograph sunset against the Atlantic.
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Obtain a Ten+ card before heading into the mountains
Purchase a physical Ten+ card at La Laguna or Costa Adeje Intercambiador, or load funds onto the digital Ten+ mobile app. Having a preloaded balance prevents dealing with cash change on board.
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Queue early at the bus bay for mountain lines
On sunny weekends, queues for the 09:30 Line 348 in Puerto de la Cruz and 09:15 Line 342 in Costa Adeje can exceed the 55-seat bus capacity. Arrive at least 20 minutes before departure to guarantee a seat.
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Tap on upon entry and tap off upon exit
Always tap your Ten+ card or contactless credit card against the green reader when entering the front door AND again when stepping off the rear door. Failing to tap off charges the maximum theoretical route fare.
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Set a 15:00 phone alarm on Mount Teide
When hiking in Teide National Park, set an audible alarm for 15:00. This ensures you start walking back to the Parador or Cable Car stop well before the sole return bus rolls in at 15:40 or 16:00.
Frequently asked questions
Can I pay with a contactless credit card or cash on TITSA buses?
Yes. TITSA accepts contactless credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay directly on board every bus. Cash is also accepted for fares under €20, but using a Ten+ card provides a significant 20% to 30% discount on every trip.
What happens if line 342 or 348 is completely full at Teide?
If passenger demand significantly exceeds capacity at the main terminals, TITSA occasionally dispatches a backup vehicle (refuerzo). However, at intermediate caldera stops in the afternoon, space is strictly limited to remaining seats. Be at the bus stop early.
Is the 1-day €10 Travelcard valid on lines 342 and 348 to Teide?
Yes. The 1-Day Island Travelcard (€10.00) and 7-Day Travelcard (€50.00) provide unlimited access to the entire TITSA bus network, including high-altitude mountain lines 342 and 348 to Mount Teide.
How do I reach Anaga's Cruz del Carmen by bus on a Sunday?
Line 273 and Line 275 run regular weekend services from San Cristóbal de La Laguna Intercambiador directly to Cruz del Carmen. Services run every 60 to 90 minutes throughout the day, providing reliable Sunday access to the laurel forest.
Can I take large hiking backpacks or trekking poles on the bus?
Yes. Hiking rucksacks and daypacks can be brought into the cabin or placed in the lower luggage bays on long-distance mountain coaches. Trekking poles must have protective rubber tips attached or be collapsed inside your pack for passenger safety.
