The Rías Baixas destination covers the entire territory of the province of Pontevedra, located in the southwest of Galicia, a region in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. To the north, the boundary of the Rías Baixas with the provinces of A Coruña and Lugo is marked by the Ulla River. To the south, the Miño River — the largest in Galicia — forms the border with Portugal. In addition, the provinces of Pontevedra and Ourense (to the east) share the mountain ranges of O Candán and O Cando. To the west, the Rías Baixas border the Atlantic Ocean. You can use various means of transport to get here. All available options are listed below.
Traveling by plane is one of the most comfortable and fastest ways to reach the province of Pontevedra, located in the heart of Galicia’s Rías Baixas. Thanks to its proximity to several well-connected airports, you can easily arrive from both national and international destinations.
- Direct connections with Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, and more.
- Seasonal international flights (such as Paris, London).
- Quick access by taxi, city bus, and car rental.
- Other airports near the province of Pontevedra:
- Rosalía de Castro Airport in Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) – 70 km away
- Sá Carneiro Airport in Porto (OPO) – 167 km away
Traveling by train is a comfortable, safe, and sustainable option for reaching the province of Pontevedra — one of the gems of northwestern Spain. Thanks to its rail network, integrated into the national system, the province is easily accessible from various points across Spain.
Here are the main connections:
- Connected with Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Vigo, Ourense, and other Galician cities.
- Direct links with medium and long-distance trains arriving from Madrid, Zamora, or León.
Vigo Train Stations (Vigo-Guixar and Vigo-Urzáiz)
- Accessible via Alvia and Avant trains from Madrid (via Ourense) and regional services.
- High-speed trains depart from Vigo-Urzáiz to Santiago and A Coruña.
- International connection with the Celta Train from Porto (Portugal).
Vilagarcía de Arousa Train Station
- Regular stop for regional and long-distance trains.
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Arriving in the province of Pontevedra by road allows you to enjoy the journey at your own pace, with total freedom to explore every corner of the Rías Baixas destination. Its excellent network of highways and roads easily connects the province with the rest of Galicia, Spain, and northern Portugal.
The main access routes are:
- AP-9 Motorway (Atlantic Motorway)
Connects Pontevedra with A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Vigo, and the Portuguese border. It is Galicia’s main north-south transport artery. - A-52 Highway (Rías Baixas)
Links Benavente (Castile and León) with O Porriño (Pontevedra), providing easy access from Madrid and central Spain. - A-55 Highway
Connects Vigo with Tui and the Portuguese border (Valença do Minho), linking directly to Porto via the Portuguese A3. - Regional and secondary roads
Allow access to rural areas, nature trails, beaches, and charming small towns.
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Getting to the province of Pontevedra from various parts of Galicia, Spain, and Portugal is easy and convenient. It allows you to enjoy your trip without worrying about driving, thanks to a wide and well-connected bus network.
Connections within Galicia:
- Frequent routes from Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Ourense, and Lugo.
- Daily services between coastal and rural towns within the province itself. Check origins and destinations here.
National and international connections:
- The main bus stations in the province receive daily routes from Madrid, Bilbao, Barcelona, San Sebastián, and other Spanish cities.
- Check routes and destinations with the following bus operators:
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