How to get from Coliving Compostela to Porto

At the end of this guide, you’ll find a complete cost breakdown per person for a 3-day, 2-night getaway from Santiago de Compostela to Porto, covering transportation, accommodation, meals, and more. Perfect for planning your next adventure from Coliving Compostela.

1. Departure from Santiago de Compostela to Vigo Urzaiz

   • Train (Renfe):

     • Departure: 8:32 am

     • Duration: 53 minutes

     • Cost: 9.20€

     • Departure location: Santiago de Compostela Train Station

2. Trip from Vigo to Porto

   • Bus from Vigo to Porto (Campanhã)

     • Departure: 10:30 am

     • Cost: 11.73€

     • Departure in Vigo: Vigo Bus Station

     • At arrival, go walking to Campanhã Train Station

3. Getting Around Porto

   • Buy Andante Card for Metro

     • Purchase an Andante card at machines available at the entrances of the train station.

     • Card cost: 0.60€

     • Fare for two rides Z2 (2 zones): 1.40€ x 2 = 2.80€

     • Total cost: 3.40€ per person (round trip included)

     • Important: Buy 1 card per person.

   • Metro route from Campanhã to Sao Bento

     • Frequency: Every 10 / 20 minutes.

     • Duration: 5 minutes.

     • Sao Bento Station (to go to Porto downtown): Google Maps link

     • Important: Validate your Andante card before each ride at the station readers.

Accommodation and Dining in Porto

• Accommodation:

  • Porto Lounge Hostel: Clean and well-located with dorm and private room options.

  • Cost: 19€ per night per bunk

• Dining Recommendations:

  • Casa Expresso

    • Local eatery with a daily-changing menu, famous for the rojões sandwich.

    • Price: 8€ per person

    • Location on Google Maps

  • Bar Aduela

    • Great for a glass of Portuguese wine on a cozy terrace.

    • Price: 3€ per glass

    • Location on Google Maps

  • Francesinha Vegana at Francesinhas Al Forno da Baixa

    • Try the original francesinhas at Café Santiago and Brasão as well.

    • Price: 8-12€ (serves two)

    • Francesinhas Al Forno da Baixa

    • Café Santiago

    • Brasão

  • Pastéis de Nata at Manteigaria

    • Cost: 1.30€ each

    • Location on Google Maps

Activities in Porto

• City Walking Tour

  • Revolutours: Enthusiastic guides offering an excellent introduction to Porto.

• 6 Bridges Cruise on the Douro River

  • Douro: Discover Porto’s stunning skyline and six iconic bridges on this scenic river cruise.

• Cálem Cellars Tour

  • Wine tasting with 3 glasses included.

  • Price: 20€ per person

  • Book your tour

Return Trip from Porto to Santiago de Compostela

1. From Sao Bento Station to Campanhã Station by Metro

   • Departure frequency: Every 10/20 minutes.

   • Travel duration: About 5 minutes.

   • Ticketing: Use your Andante card (if you haven’t used both trips yet).

   2. Bus from Porto to Vigo

   • Departure: 3:10 pm

   • Cost: 11.73€

   • Departure location: Campanhã Bus Station

   3. Train from Vigo to Santiago de Compostela

   • Renfe train

     • Departure: 7:25 pm

     • Cost: 9.20€

     • Arrival in Santiago: 8:19 pm

Cost Breakdown per person for 3 Days and 2 Nights in Porto

1. Transportation (Round Trip)

• Train Santiago to Vigo: €18.40

• Bus Vigo to Porto: €23.46

• Metro (Andante Card): €3.40

• Total Transportation: €45.26

2. Accommodation

• Hostel (2 nights): €38

3. Meals

• 5 meals at €8 each: €8 x 5 = €40

• 2 breakfasts at €5 each (DIY at hostel): €5 x 2 = €10

• Total for Meals and Breakfasts: €50

4. Terrace Drinks

• 2 terrace drinks at €6 each: €6 x 2 = €12

5. Activities

• Cálem Wine Tour: €20

• Free Walking Tour Tip: €10

• 6 Bridges Cruise: €15

• Total for Activities: €45

6. Snacks

• 2 Pastéis de Nata at €1.30 each: €1.30 x 2 = €2.60

Final Total per Person

1. Transportation: €45.26

2. Accommodation: €38

3. Meals and Breakfasts: €50

4. Terrace Drinks: €12

5. Activities: €45

6. Snacks (Pastéis de Nata): €2.60

Grand Total per Person: €192.86