There are public buses in Tucuman with several lines that operate around the city, and some that connect to nearby neighborhoods like Yerba Buena, Las Talitas, and Sali. San Miguel de Tucuman is home to one of the largest bus stations in the country, the Estacion Central de Omnibus located within walking distance of downtown. It opened in 1994 and is the departure point for hundreds of bus services arriving and departing to almost all major cities in Argentina. A single bus ticket will cost around ARP2 and can be paid with coins to the driver. Bus lines 4, 8, 10, 102, 103, 110, and 118 run from around the bus station to downtown, lines 4, 8, 10, 102, 106, and 110 also run in the opposite direction.

The city boasts four railway stations. The Mitre Railway terminus is the only station that operates passenger trains a few times a week from Retiro station in Buenos Aires Tucuman arriving the next day (the total journey is around 24 hours). The other active station is Belgrano Railway station which is used by freight company Trenes Argentinos Cargas y Logistica.

Walking around Tucuman is easy in the historic downtown area, with many attractions within walking distance. There are some nice scenic walks and hikes around the outskirts of the city.

Riding a bike around Tucuman to explore the city on two wheels. There are certain cycling road routes around the city including a ride through the Yungas of Tucuman, La Ruta Natural which is a route that you can cycle on your own or with a guided tour. There are some mountain biking trails including the El Funicular trail which is popular in the Sierra de San Javier and can be combined with other trains to make a circular route. The Reserva Ecologica Horco Molle, Rio Cainzo is a route that can be taken by mountain bike, or running and walking. There is also a collection of gravel biking trails around the city.

Taxis are readily available in Tucuman, taxis are one of the easiest and most popular ways to travel. Taxis in the city are white, with yellow and black stripes. They are relatively cheap and can be ordered over the phone from your hotel or at a restaurant, as well as found outside the bus station and other major sights and attractions in town.

If you are staying in Tucuman chances are you are going to be traveling around the region to see different sights. Although there is a bus system, and taxis available in the city, renting a car is a good idea to move around and travel at your own pace. There are rental cars available at the airport and some rental car agencies in town. How do I call/hail a taxi?