Las Palmas to Playa del Inglés
Private taxi transfer from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria — city or cruise port — to Playa del Inglés, the island's most popular resort, and the south beaches. ~55 km, around 45 minutes via the GC-1, with a local female licensed driver and an official taximeter fare ~€75, door-to-door.
Transfer Route Summary
From
Las Palmas (city or cruise port)
To
Playa del Inglés
Distance
~55 km via GC-1
Journey time
~45 minutes
Official taximeter fare
~€75 (whole vehicle)
Passengers
Up to 4 people
Las Palmas to Playa del Inglés
Playa del Inglés is the largest and most visited resort area in Gran Canaria. With kilometres of sandy beach, hundreds of restaurants and direct access to the Maspalomas Dunes, it is the number-one day out for anyone based in Las Palmas or arriving on a cruise at the Santa Catalina port.
Getting from Las Palmas to Playa del Inglés by public transport means taking a bus and changing to a south-bound service — with luggage, easily over an hour. A private transfer with Raquel takes around 45 minutes, goes directly to your hotel entrance or beach, and costs an estimated ~€75 for the whole vehicle.
For a group of 4, that is under €19 per person for a completely direct, comfortable, private journey. No queuing, no luggage handling at bus stops, no working out which stop is yours.
Raquel speaks fluent English and knows the south well. She can turn the trip into a private day out — Playa del Inglés, the dunes, the lighthouse and Puerto de Mogán — and advise on the best beaches and restaurants along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a private taxi from Las Palmas to Playa del Inglés?+
An estimated ~€75 for the whole vehicle, up to 4 passengers. Official taximeter fare, no hidden extras.
How long does the journey take?+
Approximately 45 minutes via the GC-1 motorway, around 55 km. Direct, no stops.
Can you pick me up at the Las Palmas cruise port?+
Yes. Raquel picks up at the Santa Catalina cruise terminal and drives you to Playa del Inglés and the south — perfect for a day in port, back to the ship in good time.
Is it better than the public bus to Playa del Inglés?+
The bus requires a change and takes well over an hour with luggage. A private transfer is around 45 minutes, door-to-door, with the whole vehicle for your group.
Can I do a full south day trip instead of a one-way transfer?+
Yes. Raquel offers a private south day trip from Las Palmas: Playa del Inglés, the Maspalomas dunes and lighthouse and, if you wish, Puerto de Mogán. Fully customizable, with Raquel waiting for you.