Gran Canaria Getting Around
Getting Around by Air
Getting Around by Water
A ferry service links Arguineguin, Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán.
Getting Around by Rail
Getting Around by Road
Car hire: Several major car hire companies are represented at the two airports and in the main urban centres. Drivers must be over 21 to hire a car and you will need a passport, driving licence and credit card.
Motorcycles: Riders of motorcycles over 75cc must be at least 18. Crash helmets are compulsory.
Regulations: Two red hazard triangles and a reflective vest or jacket must be kept in all vehicles - the latter in the car, not in the boot. Parking laws are rigorously enforced and towing is prevalent. The speed limit for motorways is 120kph (80mph). In built-up areas it's 50kph (30mph) and on other roads it's 90kph (56mph). Front and rear safety belts are compulsory. Drink driving is a serious offence in Gran Canaria. The legal limit is just 0.25%, equivalent to less than one pint of beer or two glasses of wine.
Emergency breakdown service: Real Automóvil Club de España (RACE) (tel: 902 404 545; www.race.es).
Documentation: Most foreign licences, including Canadian, EU and US, are accepted. Minimum third Party insurance is compulsory. An original driving licence must be carried in the car at all times.
Getting Around Towns and Cities
Journey Times
Airport 0.20
Maspalomas 0.35
Agaete 0.40
Puerto de Mogán 0.45
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