Public Transport

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🚌 Public Transport in Luanda – Your Guide to Local and Affordable Options

Travelling on a budget or curious about how locals move around Luanda? Public transport in Angola includes informal yet widely used options like Candongueiros (shared minivans) and Moto-Táxis (motorbike taxis). These are among the most accessible and cheapest ways to get around the city.

🚐 Candongueiros

These blue-and-white shared minivans run fixed routes and are used by thousands every day.

  • Cost: 150–250 Kz (approx. €0.20)

  • Cash only

  • No fixed stops – signal to get on/off

  • Most active during daylight hours

💡 Tip: Best for short trips and local markets, but not ideal if you’re carrying luggage or new to the city.

🛵 Moto-Táxis

Motorbike taxis are a fast way to move through traffic, especially in the suburbs and outskirts.

  • Cost: 500–1,500 Kz depending on distance

  • One passenger per bike

  • Often found near main roads or taxi stops

⚠️ Note: Always wear a helmet and avoid at night for safety reasons.

 

👇 Click below to explore each option in detail, with updated pricing, photos, and tips for first-time users.

Candongueiros
Moto-Taxis