English Rúa Principal and Convento
Hostels, octopus houses and the old convent.
Melide is about 41 km from the airport, roughly 31 minutes along the N-547, and it is where the French Way and the Primitive Way join. Zonetransfers drops you at your hostel or hotel at a fixed price per vehicle.
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Around 31 minutes for 41 km on the N-547, the same road that shadows the French Way.
Hostels cluster in the centre and by the entrance from Furelos.
Travelling with poles or a big rucksack? Mention it when booking.
Town centre and the Camino entrance.
Hostels, octopus houses and the old convent.
The hamlet with the medieval bridge, just before town.
Lodgings in nearby parishes: give the exact address.
The Romanesque church on the way to Arzúa.
Santiago de Compostela airport taxi to Melide to rejoin the Camino.
Santiago de Compostela airport transfer to Melide, where two Caminos meet.
From Melide it is about 53 km on foot to Santiago. The two routes merge here, and it is the place to try pulpo á feira.
At 53 km you will not reach the 100 km needed for the Compostela; for that, start in Sarria or earlier.
Some of the best-known addresses, and how we reach them:
In the centre, on the Camino.
One of the town's best-known octopus houses.
Farm stays in the surrounding parishes.
Medieval bridge over the river of the same name.
Church with mural paintings.
History and folklore of the district.
Octopus houses, the town's trademark.
You pay for the car, not each seat, and the amount is set at booking. For a group of eight, the minivan comes to about €10 per person.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Car | 1–4 | from €66 |
| Minivan | 5–8 | from €81 |
| Minibus or coach | more than 8 | tailored quote |
No supplement for bikes or golf clubs, just list them. For more than eight people, see minibus and coach hire with driver in Santiago; capacities in the vehicle fleet.
Zonetransfers works the pick-up back from your flight: leaving Melide, allow 2 h 45 min for Schengen flights and 3 h 15 min where passports are checked.
| Flight | Leave Melide |
|---|---|
| Domestic or Schengen | 2 h 45 min before |
| UK and non-Schengen | 3 h 15 min before |
The N-547 is quiet; the margin covers check-in and security.
Summer and the week before 25 July are the busiest on the Camino through Melide.
From €66 by car for 1–4 people and €81 by minivan for 5–8.
About 31 minutes for some 41 km.
About 53 km on the French Way, usually two or three stages.
Melide is the place for it: we drop you in the centre, a few steps from the octopus houses.
Request the seat or booster in the booking form. We recommend them up to age 12 or 135 cm; a supplement may apply.
Cars and minivans: up to 48 hours before the service. Minibuses and coaches in Spain: with more than 96 hours' notice.
Pick the vehicle, add the hostel or hotel in Melide and pay online by card, bank transfer or PayPal. Travelling as a group? Talk to us on WhatsApp.
Rated 4.93/5 in 1,123 customer reviews.
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Booked a private transfer from Barcelona Airport to our city-center hotel. Our driver, David, was exceptionally polite, helped with our heavy luggage, and gave us a few great local tips on the way.(09/11/2026) Rachel Henderson
What I appreciate most is knowing the exact cost upfront without unexpected luggage surcharges or meter surprises. Quick booking on the website and excellent customer support throughout.(09/06/2026) Emma Reed
We needed a transfer from Barcelona to Girona Airport early in the morning. The driver was there on time and we got to the airport with plenty of time. Very handy.(09/01/2026) Rachel Moore