Camino de Santiago from Porto

Updated: October 24, 2026

From Porto it is 244 km to Santiago on the Camino Portugués: 11 stages, so plan 11 walking days plus one for travel. It qualifies for the Compostela: it is over 100 km on foot.

How to get to Porto

• Plane: Francisco Sá Carneiro airport is in Maia, about 11 km from Porto. (Source: ANA Aeroportos, accessed 24/10/2026)
• Metro: line E (violet) links the airport with the centre (Trindade). (Source: Metro do Porto, accessed 24/10/2026)
• Train: Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains link Porto with Lisbon. (Source: CP, accessed 24/10/2026)

Before you travel, check timetables and fares on the operator’s website (Renfe, CP, SNCF, bus company or airport).

Where to stay in Porto

Guesthouses, hotels and rural houses at the start and at the end of every stage. Lodging in Porto

Best months

April, May, June, September and October. 2027 is a Holy Year: book well ahead from May to October. Weather by month

Frequently asked questions

How many km is it from Porto to Santiago?

244 km on the Camino Portugués, split into 11 stages.

How many days does it take from Porto?

11 walking days, with stages of about 22 km on average. If you split a long stage, add a day.

Can I get the Compostela starting in Porto?

Yes. The Pilgrim’s Office asks for at least the last 100 km on foot, with two stamps a day in your credential.

How do I get to Porto?

Plane: Francisco Sá Carneiro airport is in Maia, about 11 km from Porto.

When is the best time to start in Porto?

The best months are April, May, June, September and October.

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