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Porto airport to the city centre: metro, taxi or transfer

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Rabelo boats on the Douro, with Porto in the background
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In short: Metro line E (purple) links the airport to central Porto in about 25 to 30 minutes, with no change to Trindade station. Taxis, ride-hailing and a booked transfer are handy for the steep streets of Ribeira.

Your options

Metro (line E, purple)

The station is right outside the terminal. Line E reaches the centre (Trindade) in about 25 to 30 minutes; buy a rechargeable card from the machines.

Taxi and ride-hailing

Taxis and ride-hailing cars reach the centre quickly outside rush hour.

Booked transfer

A driver drops you at your accommodation: welcome in Ribeira, with its narrow, steep streets.

Our tips

  1. Check your arrival airport and terminal: some cities have several, far apart.
  2. Plan the journey before you leave: offline map and the exact address of your accommodation.
  3. Have mobile data as soon as you land (eSIM or a suitable plan) to follow your route or call a ride.
  4. Late arrival, children or bulky luggage: a booked transfer saves waiting and changes.
  5. Beware of unofficial drivers approaching travellers in the arrivals hall: use the official taxi rank.

What next?

To choose your area, see Where to stay in Porto; for sightseeing, Things to do in Porto. All our tips for the country: Travel in Portugal.

Frequently asked questions

How do you get from Porto airport to the centre?

Metro line E (purple) reaches Trindade station, in the centre, in about 25 to 30 minutes.

Which transport card should I use in Porto?

A rechargeable card, sold at metro machines, works on the metro and buses.

How do you get from Porto to Lisbon?

By Alfa Pendular train, in about 2 h 45.