📌At a glance:
- Since July 2026, sales of the Porto.CARD, the city pass for Porto, have been temporarily suspended.
- For public transport, you need a separate ticket, such as the Andante Tour Card.
- For convenient sightseeing, hop-on hop-off buses can be an alternative.
- Here you will find our ticket-buying tips, including 2026 prices, current information and alternatives to public transport for tourists.
Up and down through Porto’s old town – public transport makes it more convenient (Image: ©oktopuzz).
Do you want to use public transport in Porto?
For the metro, buses and CP suburban trains, you need an Andante Card, which you can load with single tickets or 24-hour tickets.
If you plan to use public transport more often, the Andante Tour Card could be an interesting option.
➡️ More information, prices & tips on the Andante Card and Andante Tour Card
Do you want to explore Porto comfortably by sightseeing bus?
Hop-on hop-off buses are a practical alternative to public transport if you want to reach Porto’s most important sights easily and comfortably, without planning your own routes.
➡️ More information, prices & tips on hop-on hop-off buses in Porto
Would you like to combine sightseeing with several activities?
In Porto, there are various combo tickets that combine several sights and activities. Which combo ticket is best for you depends on what you would like to do in Porto. We compare the two most interesting combo tickets for you.
➡️ Compare Porto combo tickets: Explorer Pass & Highlights Pass
Tickets for public transport in Porto: metro, bus and train
Buses, the metro and regional trains in Porto all use the Andante ticket system. This is practical for visitors, as you can combine different means of transport with one ticket.
There are two useful options when buying tickets:
Andante Card with single tickets
The Andante Card is a rechargeable card and costs a one-off fee of €0.60. You can buy it at Andante Shops, ticket machines in metro stations or STCP service points in Porto.
You then load the card with single journeys or 24-hour tickets for the required fare zones. This option is particularly suitable if you only plan to make a few journeys.
Ticket prices 2026
Zone 2 ticket: €1.40 (valid for 1 hour)
Zone 3 ticket: €1.85 (valid for 1 hour)
Zone 2 ticket: €5.35 (valid for 24 hours)
Zone 3 ticket: €6.85 (valid for 24 hours)
Andante Tour Card
This card is designed especially for tourists. It is available with a validity of 24 or 72 hours (Andante Tour 1 / Andante Tour 2). The card is valid throughout the entire Andante network, so you do not need to choose any fare zones.
The Andante Tour Card is worth considering if you want to use public transport in Porto flexibly.
Prices for the Andante Tour Card 2026
Andante Tour 1 (24 hours): €7.75
Andante Tour 3 (72 hours): €16.55
Please note: Andante tickets are not valid for the Funicular dos Guindais, the historic trams or the Teleférico de Gaia cable car.
You need an extra ticket for the “Teleférico de Gaia” cable car (photo: © oktopuzz).
Alternative to public transport for sightseeing: hop-on hop-off buses
Hop-on hop-off buses offer a convenient alternative to sightseeing by public transport. Although the buses do not replace public transport, they provide an easy way to reach the city’s most important sights without having to deal with timetables, fare zones and route maps.
What are hop-on hop-off buses?
Hop-on hop-off buses are sightseeing buses designed especially for tourists. They offer city tours on fixed routes with stops at the most important sights. In Porto, these include:
- Ribeira old town district
- Dom Luís I Bridge
- Torre dos Clérigos
- Porto Cathedral
- Casa da Música
- …
You can get off whenever you like, visit a sight and then simply continue later on one of the next buses.
Hop-on hop-off buses offer a convenient, comprehensive overview of Porto.
Prices and providers
There are three HoHo bus providers in Porto: Yellow Bus, City Sightseeing and Gray Line.
The routes offered by the different providers are very similar. Usually, 24-hour or 48-hour tickets are available.
24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket
Adults: from €28
Children (4–12 years): from €14
Children under 4 years: free
48-hour hop-on hop-off ticket
Adults: from €30
Children (4–12 years): from €15
Children under 4 years: free
Who is a hop-on hop-off ticket suitable for?
Hop-on hop-off buses are particularly suitable for first-time visitors and travellers with limited time who want to get a first impression of the city. With the flexible options for getting on and off, you can explore the city at your own pace.
At the same time, this type of city tour is a comfortable alternative for anyone who wants to avoid longer walks or Porto’s sometimes steep streets.
If you want to move flexibly around the city throughout the day, using public transport with buses, the metro and the Andante Tour Card is a good option.
Explore Porto with combo tickets
If you would like to visit several sights in Porto and combine different activities, combo tickets can be a practical option. They bundle several offers into one ticket and can be cheaper than booking each service separately.
In our view, two combo tickets are currently particularly interesting for Porto: the Porto Explorer Pass and the Porto Highlights Pass.
To help you decide, we have compared the two passes directly:
| Porto Explorer Pass | Porto Highlights Pass | |
|---|---|---|
| Best suited for | Lots of sightseeing in a short time | Central highlights + boat tour |
| Included | Sé Cathedral Hop-on-hop-off bus (48 hours) Douro boat tour Visit to a port wine cellar Fado concert | Clérigos Tower Sé Cathedral Douro boat tour |
| Public transport included? | No | No |
| Alternative | The included services and activities can also be booked individually | The included services and activities can also be booked individually |
| Price 2026 | Adults: €61,50 Children (11-12 years): €39 Children (4-10 years): €22,50 Children up to 3 years free | Adults: €29,50 Children (11 – 12 years): €18,50 Children (4-10 years): €8,50 Children up to 3 years free |
Please note: The prices listed may change and can vary depending on travel date, provider and availability.
Combo ticket or individual tickets?
The activities included in the combo tickets can usually also be booked individually. A combo ticket is especially worthwhile if you plan to use several of the included services. Individual tickets offer more flexibility and can be useful if a pass is sold out or if individual time slots fit your travel plans better.
Our tip: Before booking, compare the combo ticket with individual tickets. In general, we recommend booking popular activities and attractions in Porto online as early as possible. Especially in the high season, individual offers or specific time slots can sell out quickly.
Overview of public transport options in Porto
1. Metro in Porto
The Porto Metro is a modern transportation system with six color-coded lines (A, B, C, D, E, F) serving both the city and its surrounding areas. It links key districts and suburban zones, and even the Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is part of the network.
Current Metro Lines (2026):
- Line A (Blue): Estádio do Dragão – Senhor de Matosinhos
- Line B (Red): Estádio do Dragão – Póvoa de Varzim (coastal region)
- Line C (Green): Campanhã – ISMAI (north)
- Line D (Yellow): Hospital de São João – Vila d’Este
- Line E (Purple): Estádio do Dragão – Airport
- Line F (Orange): Fânzeres – Senhor de Matosinhos
A new line (Line H) is currently under construction.
⬇️ DOWNLOAD: Route network plan/map of the Porto Metro
Porto has a modern metro system with a total of 6 lines (photo: © Bob J B)
2. STCP buses
STCP (Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos do Porto) operates 88 bus lines across Porto and the surrounding suburbs (as of 2026).
💡 Tip: Buses are a great complement to the Metro, especially for destinations not directly connected to a Metro line.
The bus network connects:
- The historic old town and city center
- The Ribeira district on the Douro River
- Modern neighbourhoods such as Boavista or Campanhã
- Surrounding municipalities around Porto
The Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is also connected by bus – via lines 3M, 601, 602 and 604.
3. CP regional trains
CP (Comboios de Portugal) operates several urban and regional train lines (“Comboios Urbanos do Porto”) within the Greater Porto area.
The Andante Tour Card is also valid on CP urban trains, including the Aveiro, Braga, Guimarães, Marco and Leixões lines.
⬇️ DOWNLOAD: CP Urban & Regional Train Network Map (2026)
Airport transfer: From the airport to the city centre by public transport
- The Metro Line E (Purple) connects Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport directly to the city centre.
- Travel time: around 30 minutes.
- Ticket price: €2.30 (Z4 ticket)
- Bus connections: lines 3M, 601, 602 and 604 operated by STCP.
⬇️ DOWNLOAD: Current route map (2026) for airport bus transfers with stops
➡️ More details on airport transfers in Porto can be found on our page: “How to get from Porto Airport to the city centre.”
The metro takes you quickly from the airport to the city centre (photo: ©Rob Dammers).
Trip to the beach by public transport
With public transport in Porto, you can also easily take trips to the surrounding area, for example to the beach. Popular destinations include:
By Metro to Matosinhos City Beach
The Metro takes you quickly and comfortably from the city centre to the popular Matosinhos beach.
- Direct connection from the city centre via Line A (Blue)
- Travel time: approx. 30 minutes to Matosinhos Sul station
- Only a short walk from the station to the beach
- Perfect for adding a relaxing day by the sea to your city break
Which ticket do I need for the metro journey to Matosinhos?
The Matosinhos stop is in Zone 3. For the journey from Porto city centre, you therefore need a Z3 ticket. This currently costs €1.85.
Alternative to a single ticket: the Andante Tour Card is also valid for metro journeys to Matosinhos.
Matosinhos offers:
- Wide, clean sandy beaches
- Great conditions for swimming and surfing
- Many cafés and seafood restaurants along the promenade
⬇️ DOWNLOAD: The current Metro do Porto timetable, including Line A (2026).
You can travel from Porto to Matosinhos beach by metro (photo: © Philippe Guillot).
By train to the beach in Espinho
Espinho, located about 20 km southwest of Porto, is perfect for a half-day or full-day trip.
- Direct connection with CP suburban trains (“Urbanos”) from São Bento Station
- Journey time: approx. 30 minutes
Highlights of Espinho:
- Long, natural sandy beach
- Popular weekly market (every Monday) – one of the largest in Portugal
⬇️ DOWNLOAD: Current timetable (2026) for the Porto ↔ Espinho route (terminating at Aveiro).
With the train to Espinho Beach (photo: © Marvin Reinelt).
Our tip: Plan your visit to Porto without a city pass for now
As the Porto.CARD has not been available since July 2026, you should currently plan your stay in Porto without this city pass.
✅ Use a suitable Andante ticket for public transport, including the metro, buses and CP suburban trains.
✅ Popular activities such as boat tours, wine tastings, hop-on hop-off buses and guided city tours should be booked online as early as possible to secure your preferred date and time. These activities can sell out quickly, especially during the high season.
✅ Check in advance whether a combo ticket makes sense for your stay, or whether individual tickets are cheaper.
Frequently asked questions – FAQ 2026
Is public transport included in the Porto.CARD?
No. Since July 2026, the Porto.CARD has been temporarily unavailable. For the metro, buses and CP suburban trains, you therefore need a separate Andante ticket.
You can find more up-to-date information about the Porto.CARD and suitable alternatives on our website.
How do I get from Porto Airport to the city using public transportation?
The metro line E (purple) and bus lines 601, 602, and 604 connect the airport to downtown Porto.
For more information on public transportation in Porto, as well as tips on purchasing tickets, please visit our website.
What kind of ticket do I need for the metro and buses in Porto?
For public transportation in Porto, you’ll need an Andante Card with single-ride or 24-hour tickets. Alternatively, there’s the Andante Tour Card, which is valid throughout Porto’s public transportation network.
For convenient sightseeing without having to plan your own route or worry about fares, Porto’s hop-on-hop-off buses are a great option.
For more information on public transportation, purchasing tickets, current 2026 prices, and hop-on-hop-off buses visit our website.
Is the Porto.CARD still available at all?
The Porto.CARD has been temporarily unavailable since early July 2026. According to the official booking website, this is due to a restructuring of the product. It is currently unclear when and in what form the card will return.
You can find more up-to-date information and possible alternatives on our website.
Last update: August 2026
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Note regarding comments prior to July 2026:
Some comments on this page refer to earlier versions of the Porto.CARD. Please note that the Porto.CARD has been temporarily unavailable since July 2026.
Hi, if I want to travel to Vila Nova de Cerveira, will the cost be included in the Porto Card? Thank you for your reply.
Hello Wen,
with the Porto.CARD you can use the suburban train ‘Linha de Braga’ to Lousado. You will need another ticket to your destination Vila Nova de Cerveira.
Enjoy your trip!
Can the Porto.CARD be used on bus route 500 to Matosinhas?
Hello Echo,
if you buy the Porto card with transport, this transportation card is valid for all public transportation in Porto. This means that you can use it on all metro lines, all STCP buses, and urban trains until Lousado, Paredes, Vila das Aves and Paramos.
Have fun in Porto!
if i buy the card via online
do i need to get the ticket at tourrist again?
or i’ll the qr or eticket and can use it
We don’t sell the Porto.CARD ourselves.
On our pages we refer you to a booking portal where you can buy the Porto.CARD.
At the moment the Porto.CARD is a physical card. However, a digital version is planned.
You can find the latest information on the booking portal, to which we have provided a link.
Have fun in Porto!