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Teruel is reached by train, bus, or car, with the nearest airports in Zaragoza, Valencia, and Madrid. The city itself is flat enough to walk end to end in under 30 minutes. These travel tips are part of our Teruel travel guide.
Travel Tips for Teruel: Getting There and Getting Around
The nearest airports are Zaragoza (ZAZ), about 170 km north, and Valencia (VLC), about 145 km southeast, with Madrid-Barajas (MAD) roughly 300 km away. From Zaragoza, Renfe trains to Teruel run on the single-track Zaragoza-Teruel-Valencia line, taking about 2 hours 15 minutes; from Valencia the same line takes around 2 hours 30 minutes. Samar buses link Teruel to Zaragoza and Valencia in about 2 hours. By car, the A-23 Mudéjar motorway runs Zaragoza-Teruel-Sagunto. The city has no metro or tram; everything is walkable, and a taxi from the station to Plaza del Torico costs about 5 €. See our neighborhoods in Teruel guide to choose a side of town, and our where to stay in Teruel guide for hotels.
Travel Tips for Teruel: Money, Visas, and Safety
Spain uses the euro. Tipping is not required; leaving 5 to 10 percent in restaurants is appreciated but optional, and rounding up a taxi fare is enough. Tap water is safe to drink. Teruel is in the Schengen area, so US, UK, Canadian, and Australian visitors need no visa for stays under 90 days. Crime is low and the city is safe to walk at night, though the February and July festivals draw big crowds, so watch valuables in the old town, where the sights in our things to do in Teruel guide are. For festival dates, see our events and festivals in Teruel guide.
Travel Tips for Teruel: Frequently Asked Questions
Is one day enough for Teruel? Yes: you can see the four Mudéjar towers, the cathedral, and the Lovers’ mausoleum in a single day, but add a second if you plan a full day at Dinópolis. What language is spoken? Spanish, with some Aragonese and Catalan heard in the wider province. Is Teruel cold? Yes in winter, when lows average -2.3°C (28°F) in January; pack for frost between November and March. For seasonal detail, see our Teruel weather by month guide, and for the best sightseeing season see best time to visit Teruel.
Suggested Hotels in Teruel
Gran Hotel Botánicos
A four-star hotel opposite the train station, with soundproofed rooms and free Wi-Fi a short walk from the Escalinata. Best for rail travelers and short-stay visitors. Check rates and availability
Sercotel Torico Plaza
A three-star hotel 350 feet from Plaza del Torico, with air-conditioned rooms and a buffet breakfast. Best for first-time visitors who want to stay in the old town. Check rates and availability
Hotel Civera
A three-star hotel in the modern Ensanche, a 10-minute walk from the center and Dinópolis, with family rooms and a fitness area. Best for families visiting the dinosaur park. Check rates and availability
