Transportation in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan moves on a three-tier system: the Baku Metro for quick hops across the capital, marshrutkas (shared minibuses) that fan out to every suburb and regional town, and inter-city coaches that connect Baku with Ganja, Sheki, and beyond. The metro is the cleanest bargain, buy a single BakuCard at any station, tap once, and ride as far as the two lines go. Marshrutkas are ubiquitous and cost a fraction of a taxi, but you'll need small notes and a loud voice to signal your stop. They often display only the destination in Azerbaijani, so confirm the route before boarding. For airport transfers, skip the curbside hustlers: the official taxi rank outside arrivals offers metered rides. But if you land when traffic is light, ride-hailing apps like Bolt or Uber give fixed, transparent fares that are typically cheaper. Buses also link the airport to the city center. But they run less frequently late at night, check the schedule on the electronic board inside the terminal before committing.