With the Porto.CARD, you can use most public transport in Porto as often as you like, free of charge.
Explore the City Comfortably – With Public Transport
Porto has a modern and well-developed public transport network.
Since some of Porto’s streets are very steep, exploring the city on foot can be quite tiring. Public transport offers a convenient and comfortable way to get around the city.
Here, you will find the latest information (as of 2025) on how to use public transportation with the Porto.CARD, as well as details on how to purchase tickets.
Uphill and downhill in Porto’s old town – it’s much easier with the Porto.CARD and local transport (Image: ©oktopuzz).
Current Line Overview (2025):
- Line A (Blue Line): Estádio do Dragão – Senhor de Matosinhos.
- Line B (Red Line): Estádio do Dragão – Póvoa de Varzim (coastal region).
- Line C (Green Line): Campanhã – ISMAI (north).
- Line D (Yellow Line): Hospital de São João – Vila d’Este.
- Line E (Purple Line): Estádio do Dragão – Airport.
- Line F (Orange Line): Fânzeres – Senhor de Matosinhos.
- Line H: Another metro line is currently in the planning stage.
With the Porto.CARD, you can use all six metro lines for free. (Image credit: © Bob J B)
By Metro to Matosinhos City Beach
Taking the metro is a fast and convenient way to travel from downtown Porto to the popular Matosinhos beach. Porto.CARD holders can enjoy the trip for free.
Metro Line A (the blue line) takes you directly to the “Matosinhos Sul” station in about 30 minutes, just a short walk from the beach. From our experience, it’s easy to plan a day by the sea during your visit to Porto, combining culture, sightseeing, and a beach getaway.
Matosinhos features wide, sandy beaches and excellent surfing conditions.
DOWNLOAD: The current Metro do Porto timetable, including Line A (2025).
You can take the metro from Porto to Matosinhos Beach, and the ride is free with the Porto.CARD. (Image: © Philippe Guillot).
2 Buses of the STCP (Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos do Porto)
As of 2025, STCP operates 88 bus routes that cover the entire urban area of Porto and its suburbs. These buses connect key attractions, including the historic old town, the Ribeira district along the Douro River, as well as modern neighborhoods and nearby communities.
Porto Airport is also accessible by bus, with routes such as lines 3M, 601, 602, and 604.
Holders of the Porto.CARD can travel for free on the STCP buses.
With the Porto.CARD you can use local public transport, such as the STCP city buses, free of charge and unlimited (photo: © Bob J B).
3 Railway / Suburban Trains (Tren CP Porto Urbanos)
With the Porto.CARD, you can use CP’s suburban trains (Comboios de Portugal) on the four lines to Paredes, Lousado, Vila das Aves, and Paramos.
When you purchase a CP tourist ticket to Aveiro, Braga, Guimarães, or Marco de Canaveses, you receive a 10% discount with the Porto.CARD.
DOWNLOAD: CP suburban train line map
By Train to Praia de Espinho Beach
Espinho is located just under 20 kilometers southwest of Porto and is an excellent destination for a half-day or full-day trip. It boasts expansive, natural beaches, and every Monday, one of the largest weekly markets in Portugal takes place here.
There is no direct metro connection to Espinho. However, you can take a suburban train from Porto to Espinho, reaching your destination in just 30 minutes. Trains depart from the centrally located São Bento train station in Porto, which is also connected to a metro station of the same name.
DOWNLOAD: Current timetable (2025) for the Porto ↔ Espinho route (terminating at Aveiro).
With the Porto Card, travel for free to Espinho Beach (Image: © Marvin Reinelt).
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Transfer from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport to the City Center
Upon arriving at the airport, one of the first things you might wonder is how to reach your hotel or accommodation in the city.
Fortunately, in Porto, this is straightforward thanks to the airport’s direct metro connection. The E line (purple) of the Porto Metro takes you to the city center in approximately 30 minutes.
Another option for traveling from the airport to the city center is by taking one of the four STCP bus lines: 3M, 601, 602, or 604.
DOWNLOAD: Current route map (2025) for airport bus transfers with stops
For more detailed information about airport transfers in Porto, visit our dedicated page: “How do I get from the airport to the city center?”
The metro will quickly take you from the airport to the city center, and this trip is free with the Porto.CARD (Image: ©Rob Dammers).
Please note: The Porto.CARD allows unlimited travel on public transport for the entire validity period.
However, remember to validate the card each time you begin a journey and whenever you switch to a different line or mode of transport.
Current prices for a Porto.CARD including local transport (2025)
- Validity period 1 day: €15
- Validity period 2 days: €27 (€13.50 per day)
- Validity period 3 days: €32 (€10.70 per day)
- Validity period 4 days: €41.50 (€10.40 per day)
Note: Children up to 4 years of age do not require a ticket for local transport; they travel for free. Entry to most museums and attractions is also free for children under 4 years old.
The longer the validity period of the Porto.CARD, the cheaper the cost per day.
Porto.CARD: a simple ticket for local transport + free/reduced admission to attractions.
The usage period is not restricted to calendar days. You can use the Porto.CARD for 24, 48, 72, or 96 hours from the time of activation, depending on the selected duration.
Compared to other city cards (e.g., Venice – Vaporetti prices), the Porto.CARD is relatively inexpensive and easy to use.
Our tip: Buy the Porto.CARD online – conveniently and with no extra charge
You can buy the Porto.CARD online without any surcharges or fees.
➡️Click here to go directly to the provider.
STRESS-FREE: Save time and avoid hassle on-site
You don’t need to figure out how ticket machines work. After your flight and journey, there are more pleasant things to focus on.
ADVANTAGE: Purchase through an English website
The purchase is made via an English website. In our experience, this reduces misunderstandings during booking. The customer service, whether by email or telephone, is also available in English.
PRACTICAL: Metro ride from the airport ↔ city center included
With the Porto.CARD, you can take the metro to the city center free of charge after your arrival at the airport. No additional ticket is required!
Not included with the Porto.CARD for local public transport use
Ride on the Funicular dos Guindais
The Funicular dos Guindais connects the banks of the Douro River with the higher Praça da Batalha.
Porto.CARD holders receive a 25% discount on a single trip (as of 2025).
Teleférico de Gaia cable car
While the cable car is part of the public transport system, it is not free with the Porto.CARD. However, you do get a 10% discount on tickets.
Historic trams in Porto
In addition to the metro and buses, Porto has three tram lines that operate exclusively with historic trams. These trams are particularly popular with tourists.
Please note: the Porto.CARD, including local transport, is not valid for use on the trams.
The Funicular dos Guindais provides a quick and comfortable way to travel up the steep hill (photo: © Gail Edwin Aguiar).
You receive a 10% discount on tickets for the Teleférico de Gaia cable car with the Porto.CARD (photo: © oktopuzz).
A ride on the historic trams is not included in the Porto.CARD (photo: © Yuri Rapoport).
More information about the Porto.CARD
Frequently asked questions – FAQ 2025
Which public transport services are included with the Porto.CARD?
With your Porto.Card you can use the city bus of the STCP (Sociedade de Transportes Colectivos do Porto), various private bus lines and the total of 6 lines of the metro unlimited & free of charge.
In addition, you can use the suburban train of the Portuguese railway company CP on the routes to Paredes, Lousado, Vila das Aves and Paramos (Tren CP Porto Urbanos) free of charge.
For more information on the Porto.CARD, please visit our website.
Is it possible to use the Porto.CARD for the transfer from the airport to the city center?
Porto.CARd holders can use the metro (line E) free of charge from the airport to the city center. Another option for transfers are the STCP bus lines 3M, 601, 602 and 604, which are also included with the Porto.CARD.
So after arriving at the airport, you don’t have to deal with the ticket machines and the various tickets and fares, but can set off straight away.
You can find more up-to-date information (2025) about the Porto.Card on our website.
Can I use the historic trams, the funicular railway and the Funicular dos Guindais with the Porto.CARD?
The Porto.CARD is not valid for the historic trams in Porto. You receive a 25% discount on a single ticket for the funicular (Funicular dos Guindais). You receive a 10% discount on a ticket for the Teleférico de Gaia cable car.
For more information on the Porto.CARD, please visit our website.
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!