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How to get from Menorca Airport to Son Bou

Son Bou is a quaint little resort town located on the southern side of Menorca. Its lone beach is backed by grass-lined sand dunes and the shallow water is some of the prettiest on the island. For a touch of history, you can also visit the ruins of the early-Christian Basílica de Son Bou and the Torre d’en Galmés ancient settlement. 

To get your relaxing island vacation started, you have two different transfer options from Menorca airport to Son Bou; taxi or bus. Taking a Menorca airport taxi will cost around €35 during the day and €40 at night, and will take 20 minutes to reach Son Bou. The public buses, on the other hand, will cost just €5.25, but take 50 minutes to reach the resort town.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Taxi €35 20min 24/7
Bus €10.50 50min 07:15–22:00

How to get a taxi from Menorca Airport to Son Bou

Taking a taxi from Mahon airport to Son Bou is a quick, easy and stress-free way to travel. You can make the journey to your hotel in just 20 minutes and the cost will be around €35 during the day and €40 if you’re travelling at night.

How much is a taxi from Mahon Airport to Son Bou?

The average cost for a local taxi from Menorca airport to Son Bou is €35 during the day and €40 at night. This fare will be calculated using a taximeter, so is subject to change.

For a set rate that won’t change, you can book your Mahon airport transfers in advance with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€35

Trip Duration

20 Min.

*Prices may vary unless you book in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24 hours a day outside of Menorca Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Menorca Airport?

After collecting your luggage, you will head out of the arrival hall exit doors and will see the line of local taxis waiting right in front of you.

Convenience

As taking a taxi from Mahon airport to Son Bou is the only direct transfer option, it will save you both time and effort. Plus, you won’t need to wait for your transfer to arrive and will be dropped off directly at the door of your hotel in Son Bou.

Editor’s Note

If you're landing at night and looking to take a Menorca airport taxi, expect your fare to be slightly higher than the average daytime fare.

Useful Tips

To avoid surprises, ensure your driver resets the meter before you begin your journey.
Not all Menorca airpot taxi drivers speak English, be sure to have your hotel's address written down to show your driver if needed.
Your fare may be higher during peak summer months.

How to get from Menorca Airport to Son Bou by bus

There’s no direct bus from Menorca airport to Son Bou, you will first need to take bus line 10 from the airport to Mahon bus station, then switch to the number 32 bus from there to Son Bou. The total journey time is around 50 minutes but the cost will be just €5.25 one-way, making it a great budget transfer option.

How much is the bus from Menorca Airport to Son Bou?

The cost of a single ticket on the line 10 bus is €2.70, and on line 32 bus is €2.55. That’s a total journey cost from Menorca airport to Son Bou of €5.25 per traveller.

Cost

€5.25

Trip Duration

50 Min.

*There's a waiting time of 30 minutes for the line 10 bus and 2 hours for the line 32 bus.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

The line 10 bus runs from 05:50 to 00:25 in the summer and from 05:55 to 22:15 during winter. The line 32 runs during the summer months only, from 07:15 to 22:00.

Where do I find the bus at Menorca Airport?

The line 10 bus leaves from the Ground Level of the main terminal at Menorca airport. You will see the bus stops clearly signposted as you exit the airport.

Convenience

Although a cheap transfer option, taking public buses isn’t the most convenient. You will have to make a change in Mahon city centre and once you get to Son Bou, you will need to take a taxi to actually reach your hotel. Plus, the line 32 bus only runs during the summer months, so there’s no bus transfer during winter.

Editor’s Note

There's a long wait for the number 32 bus, be sure to check schedules for the current season before leaving the airport.

Useful Tips

You can buy for your ticket from the driver as you get on the bus.
Try to travel light as there's no dedicated luggage storage on the bus.
To ensure you get a seat, try to arrive at least 10 minutes before the buses depart.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the cost of a taxi from Mahon airport to Son Bou?

The average cost of a taxi from Menorca airport to Son Bou is €35 during the day and €40 at night. However, the exact fare will be calculated using a taximeter. If you’d prefer the peace of mind that comes with a fixed rate fare, you can book your transfers in advance with Welcome Pickups instead.

How do I get from Menorca airport to Son Bou?

There are two ways to get from Menorca airport to Son Bou, taking a taxi or bus. The Menorca airport taxis cost an average of €35 and take just 20 minutes to reach Son Bou. On the other hand, the public buses take closer to 50 minutes but cost just €5.25 one-way.

How far is Mahon Airport from Son Bou?

The distance from Menorca airport to Son Bou is around 21 km. Taking a taxi from Mahon airport to Son Bou will take 20 minutes and the public buses will take closer to 50 minutes to reach the resort town.

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