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Port guide: compare transport from La Corogne

La Corogne, Spain 37 transport option(s) compared
60 min Recommended return before ship
Port exit : Easy

La Corogne

Port call at La Corogne (Spain). Leaving the port is straightforward and the town centre is walkable from the pier. The cheapest option, Walk to Plaza de María Pita, is free, and the fastest takes around 5 min. A ship shuttle is also available, at around 20,00 €.

Galician port with the Hércules lighthouse (UNESCO listed). Terminal close to the city centre.

Puerto de A Coruña – Terminal de Cruceros
Cheapest option Free Walk to Plaza de María Pita
Fastest option 5 min Walk to Plaza de María Pita
Simplest option Walk to Plaza de María Pita Very simple
Ship shuttle 20,00 € Please contact the company for further information.

Practical tips

  • Centre on foot from the terminal
  • Santiago de Compostela by bus or train
  • City bus available

Warnings

  • Often cloudy weather
  • Frequent strong winds
  • Bring warm clothing

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Best option summary

By choosing your cruise line's official shuttle, you opt for complete peace of mind: even if it isn't the cheapest option, this transfer is treated as an excursion, which means the ship will wait for the shuttle before setting sail.

Ship shuttle 20,00 €

Please contact the company for further information.

Recommended local alternative Walk to Plaza de María Pita

Free - 5 min - Free according to the ship's departure times

Main square immediately accessible from the terminal

Filter transport options

Choose whether you want to stay near the port, reach a connection, or go on a longer excursion.

Transport options

37 option(s) shown for La Corogne

Walk to Plaza de María Pita

Plaza de María Pita

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Main square immediately accessible from the terminal

Attention point

Can be frequented on busy days

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; priority option to reach the historic centre from the Muelle de Trasatlánticos

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/destinations/a-coruna/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Walk to Avenida de la Marina

Avenida de la Marina / glass galleries

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 6 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Emblematic promenade with glass façades very close to the port

Attention point

Short visit if not combined with Maria Pita or the gardens

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ideal for photos and a quick walk from the terminal

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/destinations/a-coruna/ | Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/

Walk to the old town / Ciudad Vieja

Ciudad Vieja / Old Town

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Immediate access to the historic centre and old streets

Attention point

Alleys sometimes paved or slightly sloping

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; great option for a short self-guided tour

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Walk to Calle Real / shopping

Calle Real / shopping area

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 8 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Central shopping street within walking distance of the port

Attention point

Mainly shopping and cafés

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; easy to combine with Maria Pita and Marina

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/

Walk to Jardines de Méndez Núñez

Jardines de Méndez Núñez

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Large central green space close to the quay

Attention point

It's not the most specific tour of the city

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a pleasant green break between the port, centre and shopping area

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Walk to the Castillo de San Antón

Castillo de San Antón

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Castle-museum very close to the port and suitable for a short visit

Attention point

Opening times to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good cultural visit close to the terminal

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/

City bus to Playa de Riazor

Playa de Riazor

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 15 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to urban lines
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Economical option to the large urban beach

Attention point

Not necessary if you like walking

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a good choice if the weather is fine or if you have beach gear.

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Taxi to Plaza de María Pita

Plaza de María Pita

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Very fast for PRM or heavy rain

Attention point

Not necessary as the distance is very short

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; ask for meter or price estimate before departure

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | services taxi locaux

Shuttle cruise to Plaza de María Pita

Plaza de María Pita

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency Depending on cruise line and port of call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Simple if proposed for PRM or heavy rain

Attention point

Not necessary as the centre is just a few minutes' walk away

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check on board if a very short shuttle service has been organised

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Torre de Hércules

Torre de Hércules

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Straight to the emblematic monument without waiting for the bus

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a good choice for saving time and preserving the walk on site

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Playa de Riazor

Playa de Riazor

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 12,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Straight to the beach without a long walk

Attention point

More expensive than bus or walking

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good choice with children or beach gear

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | services taxi locaux

Taxi to Aquarium Finisterrae

Aquarium Finisterrae

Taxi Near the port
Estimated cost 14,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to the aquarium and the Atlantic front

Attention point

More expensive than the bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; interesting with children or uncertain weather conditions

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | services taxi locaux

Taxi to San Cristóbal station

A Coruña San Cristóbal Railway Station

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 14,00 €
Estimated duration 12 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or on call
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct to trains with luggage

Attention point

More expensive than a city bus

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful if train booked or timing is tight

Source : Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | Turismo A Coruña - Getting here: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/plan-your-trip/getting-here | services taxi locaux

Taxi to A Coruña airport

A Coruña Airport / Alvedro

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 25,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Available at the terminal or by reservation
Complexity Very simple
Main advantage

Direct and convenient after disembarking with luggage

Attention point

Higher cost than the 4051/A4 line

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow margin depending on traffic and flight schedule

Source : Spain.info A Coruña Airport: https://www.spain.info/en/aeroplane/a-coruna-airport/ | AENA A Coruña Airport Bus: https://www.aena.es/en/a-coruna/getting-there/bus.html | services taxi locaux

Walk to Playa de Riazor

Playa de Riazor

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Urban beach within walking distance of the terminal

Attention point

Significant distance if very hot or inclement weather

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good beach/walking option if the weather is fine

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Walk to Domus

Domus / Casa del Hombre

Walk Near the port
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Science museum and coastal promenade within walking distance

Attention point

Longer distance than visits to the centre

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a good option if you want to walk to the Atlantic coast

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

City bus to Torre de Hércules

Torre de Hércules

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to urban lines
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical option to the UNESCO symbol of A Coruña

Attention point

Exact stop and line to be checked according to timetable

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; good option if you don't want to walk to the tower

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

City bus to San Cristóbal station

A Coruña San Cristóbal Railway Station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to urban lines
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Enables trains to be joined at reduced cost

Attention point

Exact stop to be checked near the terminal

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; useful for Santiago, Betanzos or rail connections

Source : Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | Turismo A Coruña - Getting here: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/plan-your-trip/getting-here

City bus to bus station

A Coruña Bus Station

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to urban lines
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Allows you to join intercity coaches with luggage

Attention point

Urban timetables to be checked

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; the bus station is useful for Betanzos, Ferrol or Santiago, depending on the timetable.

Source : Alsa A Coruña Bus Station: https://www.alsa.com/en/bus-stations/a-coruna-station | Turismo A Coruña - Getting here: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/plan-your-trip/getting-here

City bus to Aquarium Finisterrae

Aquarium Finisterrae

Bus Near the port
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 25 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to urban lines
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Economical access to the aquarium and the Atlantic front

Attention point

Schedules and line to check

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; interesting with children or average weather

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna

Bus line 4051/A4 to the airport

A Coruña Airport / Alvedro

Bus Station / airport
Estimated cost 1,55 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequency about 30 min on weekdays and 1 h at weekends according to Spain.info
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Official low-cost connection to the airport

Attention point

Reduced frequency at weekends and on public holidays

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; join a central stop on the 4051/A4 line according to the timetable

Source : Spain.info A Coruña Airport: https://www.spain.info/en/aeroplane/a-coruna-airport/ | AENA A Coruña Airport Bus: https://www.aena.es/en/a-coruna/getting-there/bus.html

VTC to Plaza de María Pita

Plaza de María Pita

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 10,00 €
Estimated duration 5 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Price known in advance and route geolocated

Attention point

Not very useful for very short distances

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check the authorised pick-up point at the terminal

Source : Cruise Europe A Coruña: https://www.cruiseeurope.com/port-information/a-coruna | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | opérateurs VTC locaux

VTC to Torre de Hércules

Torre de Hércules

Private car (VTC) Near the port
Estimated cost 15,00 €
Estimated duration 10 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct with price fixed in advance

Attention point

Variable availability on request

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; a good choice for combining Torre, Domus and the Atlantic Front

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | opérateurs VTC locaux

Shuttle excursion to Torre de Hércules

Torre de Hércules

Public shuttle Near the port
Estimated cost 20,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Organised solution to the city's main symbol

Attention point

Imposed timetable according to excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check duration on site and return to ship

Source : Turismo A Coruña: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/ | GetYourGuide A Coruña Cruise Guests: https://www.getyourguide.com/a-coruna-l1634/la-coruna-tour-for-cruise-ship-guests-through-la-coruna-from-the-port-t865819/ | compagnies de croisière

VTC to A Coruña airport

A Coruña Airport / Alvedro

Private car (VTC) Station / airport
Estimated cost 30,00 €
Estimated duration 20 min
Frequency On request or private booking
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct transfer at a pre-arranged price

Attention point

Dynamic prices available on request

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; allow a margin if flying after disembarkation

Source : Spain.info A Coruña Airport: https://www.spain.info/en/aeroplane/a-coruna-airport/ | AENA A Coruña Airport Bus: https://www.aena.es/en/a-coruna/getting-there/bus.html | opérateurs VTC locaux

Taxi to Betanzos

Betanzos

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 45,00 €
Estimated duration 30 min
Frequency Available by reservation or local taxi
Complexity Simple
Main advantage

Direct route to a nearby medieval town

Attention point

Return to be organised if short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; confirm return price and pick-up point

Source : Turismo Betanzos: https://turismo.betanzos.es/ | Alsa A Coruña Bus Station: https://www.alsa.com/en/bus-stations/a-coruna-station | services taxi locaux

Walk to A Coruña bus station

A Coruña Bus Station

Walk Station / airport
Estimated cost Free
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Free according to the ship's departure times
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Allows you to reach intercity coaches without a taxi

Attention point

Long walk with luggage

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; Alsa indicates that the bus station is close to the San Cristóbal station

Source : Alsa A Coruña Bus Station: https://www.alsa.com/en/bus-stations/a-coruna-station | Turismo A Coruña - Getting here: https://www.visitcoruna.com/turismo/en/plan-your-trip/getting-here

Train to Betanzos

Betanzos-Cidade Railway Station

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Frequency according to Renfe
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Short rail link to Betanzos

Attention point

Need to get to San Cristóbal station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check Renfe return timetable before departure

Source : Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | Turismo Betanzos: https://turismo.betanzos.es/

Intercity bus to Betanzos

Betanzos

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 4,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Frequency according to long-distance operators
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Excursion to a nearby historic town

Attention point

Secure return times

Accessibility : Acceptable

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable before leaving A Coruña

Source : Alsa A Coruña Bus Station: https://www.alsa.com/en/bus-stations/a-coruna-station | Turismo Betanzos: https://turismo.betanzos.es/

Train to Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela Railway Station

Train Distant excursion
Estimated cost 8,00 €
Estimated duration 35 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to Renfe
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Fast option to Santiago de Compostela

Attention point

Need to get to San Cristóbal station

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; very interesting if train timetable compatible with stopover

Source : Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | Turismo de Santiago: https://www.santiagoturismo.com/

Shuttle excursion to Betanzos

Betanzos

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 35,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Organised excursion to a nearby medieval town

Attention point

Imposed timetable according to excursion

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check whether the excursion includes a return to the ship and free time

Source : Turismo Betanzos: https://turismo.betanzos.es/ | NCL La Coruña Shore Excursions: https://www.ncl.com/es/es/shore-excursions/search?port=LCG | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Ferrol

Ferrol

Taxi Station / airport
Estimated cost 80,00 €
Estimated duration 45 min
Frequency Available by reservation or long-distance taxi
Complexity Intermediate
Main advantage

Direct to Ferrol without managing train or bus

Attention point

High cost for a classic stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be considered especially if there is a specific objective or transfer

Source : Turismo de Ferrol: https://visitferrol.com/ | Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | services taxi locaux

Train to Ferrol

Ferrol Railway Station

Train Station / airport
Estimated cost 7,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Frequency according to Renfe
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows you to reach Ferrol without a car

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; check return timetable and tourist relevance according to length of stopover

Source : Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | Turismo de Ferrol: https://visitferrol.com/

Intercity bus to Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela Bus Station

Bus Distant excursion
Estimated cost 9,00 €
Estimated duration 90 min
Frequency Regular frequency according to long-distance operators
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Allows you to reach Saint-Jacques without a train

Attention point

A long journey for a short stopover

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be reserved for long stopovers with a confirmed return.

Source : Alsa A Coruña Bus Station: https://www.alsa.com/en/bus-stations/a-coruna-station | Turismo de Santiago: https://www.santiagoturismo.com/

Shuttle excursion to Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela old town

Public shuttle Distant excursion
Estimated cost 60,00 €
Estimated duration 75 min
Frequency Depending on company or local excursion
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Organised excursion to a major site in Galicia

Attention point

Long journey and limited free time

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; preferable if the company guarantees return to the ship

Source : Turismo de Santiago: https://www.santiagoturismo.com/ | La Coruna Cruise Port Guide: https://cruisesheet.com/port/la-coruna | compagnies de croisière

Taxi to Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela old town

Taxi Distant excursion
Estimated cost 120,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency Available by private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Direct to Santiago de Compostela without connection

Attention point

Long journey and high cost

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only with a long stopover and safe return.

Source : Turismo de Santiago: https://www.santiagoturismo.com/ | Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | services taxi locaux

VTC to Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela old town

Private car (VTC) Distant excursion
Estimated cost 140,00 €
Estimated duration 55 min
Frequency By private reservation
Complexity Plan ahead
Main advantage

Comfortable transfer to Santiago with organised return journey

Attention point

High cost and long journey times

Accessibility : Good

Practical tip : Direct A-B route; to be booked only with a long stopover and a confirmed return timetable.

Source : Turismo de Santiago: https://www.santiagoturismo.com/ | Renfe: https://www.renfe.com/ | opérateurs VTC locaux

Indicative data based on local sources and field estimates.