AMA Buses Puerto Rico | Routes, Fares & Schedule 2026
The AMA Buses (Metropolitan Bus Authority) are the most important public transportation system in the San Juan metropolitan area. Also known as buses, they cover municipalities such as Bayamón, Guaynabo, Carolina, Trujillo Alto, Cataño, and Toa Baja.
If you are looking to get around the city economically and safely, this guide offers you all the updated information on routes, fares, schedules, and frequently asked questions from users.
What is AMA?
The Metropolitan Bus Authority (AMA) is the public bus system of the government of Puerto Rico.
It is part of the DTOP (Department of Transportation and Public Works) and has more than 30 regular and Expresss routes that travel through San Juan and nearby towns.
Fares and Payment Methods
The fares to use the buses are as follows:
Regular fare: $0.75
Express routes (E20, E30, E40): $2.00
Unlimited daily pass: $5
Weekly pass: $15
Monthly pass: $50
90-day pass: $90
Call and Ride Service (paratransit): $1.50
Payment methods: exact cash or NFC reload card (which allows free transfers between AMA and Urban Train for 2 hours).
AMA Routes 2026
En esta sección podrá ver todas las Routes AMA que existen actualmente:
Express Routes
Trunk Routes
| Route | Route | Schedule | Frequency | Tarifa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚍 T2 | Bayamón ↔ Sagrado Corazón | L–V | 10–20 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T3 | Sagrado Corazón ↔ Viejo San Juan | Diario | 10–20 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T4 | Piñero ↔ Cataño | L–V | 20 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T5 | Viejo San Juan ↔ Carolina | Diario | 15–25 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T7 | Cupey ↔ Carolina | L–V | 20–30 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T9 | Cupey ↔ Viejo San Juan | L–V | 25 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 T21 | Plaza Las Américas ↔ Condado ↔ Viejo San Juan | L–V | 20–30 min | $0.75 |
Circulation Routes
Distribution Routes
| Route | Route | Schedule | Frequency | Tarifa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚍 6 | Carolina Terminal – Iturregui | L–V | 20 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 8 | Piñero ↔ Martínez Nadal | L–V | 25 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 17 | Cupey ↔ Centro Médico | L–V | 20 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 26 | Piñero ↔ Trujillo Alto | L–V | 30 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 31 | Cupey ↔ Emiliano Pol | L–V | 30 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 37 | Bayamón ↔ Cataño | L–V | 30 min | $0.75 |
| 🚍 91 | Bayamón ↔ UPR Bayamón | L–V | 30 min | $0.75 |
AMA Buses Schedule Puerto Rico
Below, you can find the schedules and frequencies of passage of the AMA PR buses.
Monday to Friday: every 10–30 minutes depending on the route
Saturdays: every 15–30 minutes on main routes
Sundays: only E10, E30, and T3 maintain service
Other AMA Buses Data
Area covered: San Juan, Bayamón, Guaynabo, Carolina, Trujillo Alto, Cataño, Loíza, and Toa Baja.
Number of buses: Between 100 and 300 units, many accessible for people with limited mobility.
Regarding accessibility, most AMA buses have wheelchair ramps and reserved space for people with disabilities.
Además, el servicio Llame y Viaje ofrece transporte puerta a puerta para personas con movilidad reducida y envejecientes.
Other Means of Transport
If you want to check data about the Puerto Rico Urban Train, you can click on the following button:
Frequently Asked Questions AMA Buses
Here you will find answers to the most common questions about this means of transport.
How much does the bus cost in Puerto Rico?
$0.75 per regular trip, $2.00 on Expresss routes.
Until what time do AMA buses run?
Monday to Friday until 9:00 p.m. Saturdays until 8:00 p.m. Sundays with limited routes.
Do AMA buses reach the airport?
Yes, route E40 connects with the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport.
Can I transfer from Urban Train to bus without paying?
Yes, with the NFC card you can make free transfers for 2 hours.
AMA Buses Passenger Service
If you need to make any inquiry or resolve any questions about AMA Buses, you can do so through the following communication channels:
- Calling the phone 787-722-2929.
- You can contact DTOP directly through the following email address: info@dtop.pr.gov.
You can make inquiries Monday to Sunday.