Iran is dotted with cities renowned for architectural beauty,
vast historical centers, and fascinating monuments. The Iranian public transportation
systems have recently developed in so far as you can travel between many of Iran’s
main urban regions and centers without a hitch. Iran offers a wide range of
public transport, most of which is very affordable even to travelers on the
tightest of budgets. There are a number of public transport options including
trains, local and long distance buses and domestic flights. Make sure you know
which mode suits you best so that you are armed with the information before
getting on board.
Bus
Traveling between cities with buses is easy and usually the
preferred option for those traveling on a budget. Buses go almost everywhere in
Iran and are the only way to get around mountainous areas. They tend to be the
cheapest way to travel. All buses make snack and toilet stops (some more
frequently than others), providing a break but possibly adding hours to journey
times. The VIP buses are in great shape and their seats are very comfortable for
long trips.
Train
The Iranian rail system is one of the best in the region, and
trains serve almost every town and city in Iran. Train travel is a safe,
comfortable and inexpensive way to get around. In fact, it can be more
enjoyable to use Iranian trains in some routes than internal flights! Chair
car and sleeper are general classes of Iranian trains. In Chair car train, all
seats are reserved in advance and it’s a safe, cheap and comfortable way to get
around Iran. Even long distances such as Mashhad to Shiraz, can be
covered more time-effectively than flying, using overnight Sleeper trains, city
centre to city centre, saving a hotel bill into the bargain. Food and
drink vendors will also make their way through the compartments, mostly in
sleeper class. It's possible to buy food on the platforms when the train stops,
but don't count on a station arriving at mealtimes.
Domestic flight
There used to be several small
airlines operating domestic air services in Iran. One of the main issues with
domestic flights within Iran is that many people prefer the trains as the cost
is an important issue and domestic flights in Iran aren’t that. If you want to
fit everything into your busy schedule, it’s more wise to book a domestic
flight for long journeys such as Tehran to Shiraz. Also, it is highly recommended
to buy flight tickets in advance particularly during high season.
Getting around Iran via Private
driver
Having a rental car can give you a
huge advantage over having to wait for public transportation or having to pay
for a taxi every time you want to go somewhere that not within walking
distance. But the hidden costs can come back and get you if you're not aware of
them. If
you’re planning to explore the untouched spots of Iran, hiring a private driver
is the best way. There are various car rental services in Iran that offer cars
with and without drivers. Needless to
say that, driving in Iran calls for special skills to cope with the different
habits of driving in the country and it’s better to hire a car with a driver not
to experience a problem.
While online booking of Iranian
domestic transportation tickets including flight, train, bus, and ferry is not
possible outside of Iran and there is no chance for accepting any foreign
credit card for online ticket booking, Uppersia, by accessing to all of Iranian
domestic and International transports, manages it on your behalf in Iran.
