Buses with connection to
Porto-Sá Carneiro Airport

Schedules for services to or from Porto-Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport

Unlike other international airports, the bus area at Porto Airport is integrated into a modern and very intuitive transport interchange, connecting directly with cities such as Vigo, Santiago de Compostela, or Madrid.

  • Easy and convenient: with your luggage, from the terminal directly to Spain or your hotel.
  • Fast and punctual: avoid transfers in central Porto and arrive directly at the terminal.
  • Economical: the most efficient option for Galician travelers using Porto as an international hub.

Location of the bus stop at Porto Airport

Bus stop location at Porto Airport

To get the latest information on departures, arrivals, and updated prices, we recommend using our search tool:

  • Enter your origin and destination (e.g., Vigo - Porto Airport or Porto Airport - Santiago de Compostela).
  • Select your travel date to see all available schedules in real time.
  • Buy your digital ticket and receive it instantly to avoid queues at station ticket offices.

The long-distance bus area at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is located right outside the main building, perfectly signposted.

Our stop at Porto Airport is located on Level 0, in the outer lane of the arrivals area, and connects the airport with strategic destinations in Spain such as Vigo, Santiago de Compostela, and Madrid, as well as Portuguese cities.

 

Services available at the airport

  • VIP Lounges and Relaxation: ANA Lounge with comfortable sofas, showers, snack buffet, drinks, and a work area with high-speed WiFi.
  • Left Luggage and Baggage: 24-hour luggage storage service and suitcase protective sealing points.
  • Portuguese Gastronomy: Offer includes traditional bakeries with "pastéis de nata", signature cuisine, and fast food.
  • Shopping Area and Duty Free: Fashion stores, local products (Port wines), and extensive Duty Free areas.
  • Financial Services: ATMs (Multibanco), currency exchange, and Tax Free refund services.
  • MyWay Accessibility: Personalized assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility throughout the terminal.
  • Customer Service and Security: Tourist information desks, first aid medical center, and 24/7 surveillance.
  • Automated Vending: Vending machines with snacks and travel items, as well as transport ticket kiosks.
  • Transport and Connection: Access to Metro Line E (Violet), bus stops (STCP), taxis, and car rentals.
  • Terminal Layout: Level 0 for arrivals, Level 2 for services, and Level 3 dedicated to check-in and departures.
Where to buy your ticket:
→ At www.alsa.es.
→ On the Alsa app.
→ At points of sale and directly on the bus (when the service allows).
Payment methods:
  • Credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express).
  • Alsa Plus Wallet.
  • PayPal (web and app only).
  • Apple Pay (app only).
  • Alsa Plus Balance.
  • Cash (only at Alsa points of sale, self-service machines, and when buying on the bus itself).
Vouchers and passes that can be used to buy tickets to the airport

Single Pass

Unlimited travel for 30 days to hundreds of destinations (personal).

Voucher 10 (Pay 6 + 4 Free)

Non-nominative, you can share it, and it is valid for 1 year.

Regional Pass

Travel within your community with discounts starting from 40%.

Monthly YOUTH Pass

Personal and non-transferable flat rate for young people aged 15 to 26.

Monthly ADULT Pass

Personal option for frequent travel for those over 26 years old.

Free CHILD Pass

No-cost travel for little ones aged 0 to 14 (Personal).


Plan your trip to Porto Airport with Alsa

Secure your transfer to the airport in the most comfortable, fast, and economical way. Check all bus schedules to Porto Airport (OPO) in the search tool, select the route that best suits your flight's departure or arrival, and buy your ticket online to avoid waiting.

Traveling in advance is key for international routes. Remember that when crossing the border, Portugal is 1 hour behind Spain; keep this in mind when calculating your bus arrival time so you are not rushed for the security check.

Public transport connections - Porto Airport

  • Porto Metro (Line E - Violet): Connects the terminal with Porto city center (Trindade Station) every 20-30 minutes.
  • Local Buses (STCP): Lines 601, 602, and 604 connecting with different points in the metropolitan area.
  • Long Distance (Alsa / International): Direct daily connections with Vigo (approx. 2h 15min) and Santiago de Compostela (approx. 3h 30min).

Main connections and recommended routes

Porto Airport is the strategic hub for travelers visiting northern Portugal and Galicia. These are the most consulted routes:

→ From Vigo: The most popular international connection, with multiple daily services that drop the traveler right at the terminal door.
→ From Santiago de Compostela: Ideal to avoid using a private car and parking costs during long stays.
→ From Madrid: Long-distance service connecting the Spanish capital with the Portuguese airport.

Useful Information

To make your passage through the airport as smooth as possible, we provide these official management links:

→ Local and regional mobility: Check schedules and the metro network on the Porto Metro website.
→ Real-time flights: Review the status of your departure or arrival on the official ANA Aeroportos de Portugal (Porto) website.
→ If you are traveling by car: Manage your space or book with a discount at the official ANA Porto Parking (bookings/management).

Recommendations

Useful information before traveling

Check in

Check in

Arrive at the station 1 hour before
the check in of your trip.

Luggage

Luggage

Includes a small hand accessory and a suitcase in the trunk according to your fare.

Basic (20kg), Flexible (25kg) or Super Flexible (30kg).

Other information

Tickets

Consult all information
about your luggage and pet.

Ticket changes due to flight incidents (special condition)

If your ticket is past time, it can be changed without surcharge up to 12 hours after the service's departure time. The change is only valid for the next available service, provided the reason is a delay or incident derived from the previous air service.

Where can this change be made?

→ At the airport point of sale.
→ Through the telephone customer service.

Exclusions

Tickets issued with free vouchers are excluded,
which only allow change and cancellation with a
minimum notice of 24 h.
If the ticket is not past time, the general changes and cancellations policy applies.

 Rutas

  • Oporto - Madrid
  • Oporto - Malaga
  • Oporto - A Coruña
  • Oporto - Pontevedra
  • Oporto - Salamanca
  • Oporto - Santiago de Compostela
  • Trips to Bilbao
  • Trips to Burgos
  • Trips to Santiago de Compostela
  • Trips to Pontevedra
  • Trips to Seville
  • Trips to Valladolid
  • Connection to airports
  • Connection to bus stations

Porto Airport Bus FAQs