The metro: line E (purple)
Line E links the airport to Trindade, in the heart of the city, with no change, in about 25 to 30 minutes. Service runs from about 6am to 1am; exact times and frequencies are published by Metro do Porto. At Trindade you can change to the other lines and reach the districts of Porto in one day.
Ticket and payment
The airport is in zone Z4. A single Z4 ticket costs about €2.30, valid for 1h15, and the rechargeable Andante card costs €0.60. At the machine, make sure to choose zone Z4; contactless card payment is possible at the entrance. Always validate your ticket before boarding: checks are frequent.
Buses 601 and 602
STCP lines 601 and 602 link the airport to Cordoaria, near the Clérigos Tower, in about 35 to 40 minutes, for a fare of around €2.30. A night bus (line 3M) reaches Avenida dos Aliados with one departure per hour; check these times before arriving late.
Taxi
The taxi rank is in front of arrivals. A ride to the centre generally costs €20-30; fares are about 20% higher at night (9pm-6am), at weekends and on public holidays. Ask for the meter and refuse drivers who approach you in the hall. A pre-booked transfer costs around €23-26 for 4 passengers.
Uber and Bolt
The apps work in Porto and often show €15-25 to the centre in 20 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic and demand. Compare with the taxi and follow the signs to the pick-up point shown in the app.
Comparison table
| Option | Duration | Adult price (rough figure) | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro line E | 25-30 min | €2.30 (Z4) | Trindade |
| Bus 601 / 602 | 35-40 min | about €2.30 | Cordoaria (Clérigos) |
| Night bus 3M | depending on traffic | to be checked | Aliados |
| Taxi | 20-30 min | €20-30 | address of your choice |
| Uber or Bolt | 20-30 min | €15-25 | address of your choice |
Going further
To estimate the cost of your stay, see our budget for a trip to Porto and, to choose where to stay near a station, where to stay in Porto. Also keep in mind scams and safety in Porto from the moment you arrive.
