By Subway in Caracas

By Subway

The safe, speedy Metro system traverses the city between Palo Verde in the east and Propatria in the west, with connecting north-south lines from Capitolio and Plaza Venezuela. One-way tickets, which can be purchased in all stations, are Bs350, depending on distance traveled. Save your ticket; you'll need it to exit the turnstile out of the station. If you plan to use the Metro frequently, opt for the convenience of a multi abono card (Bs3,500), valid for 10 rides anywhere on the system. These cards save you the hassle of waiting in long lines for individual tickets. (The stations' automated ticket-vending machines are frequently out of order.) Route maps are posted at ticket booths and inside each car, but not on the platforms. The Metro operates daily 4:30 AM-11 PM. Cars get very crowded during the 6-9 and 5-8 rush hours.