Getting around Logroño
Logroño is the capital of La Rioja and a compact city on the Ebro River, and it is also a historic stop on the Camino de Santiago. For a visitor, that combination is good news: most of the places you will want to see are close together, and the city's transport network is simple to use once you know which options exist.
On foot
Logroño is a small city and therefore very walkable. The old town, the tapas streets and the main plazas sit within easy strolling distance of one another, so walking is often the most practical way to move between sights, meals and evening plans. The Camino de Santiago also passes through the city, which means the centre is laid out in a way that rewards exploring on foot.
Bicycle
Logroño is flat and has an extensive network of bike lanes, so riding a bicycle is a good option for discovering the city. The public rent-a-bike service is called biciLOG, and visitors can use it for free after obtaining a pass at the tourist office. If you plan to cycle, sorting out that pass early in your trip is the key practical step.
City buses
The city has a good public network of buses crossing Logroño. Services generally start around 07:00 and finish around 23:00, with frequencies of roughly 10 to 15 minutes, so you rarely have to plan your day tightly around a timetable. The ordinary ticket can be bought directly from the driver, and it allows unlimited transfers for half an hour. All buses are equipped with free Wi-Fi. On Fridays and Saturdays there are also night bus services running on separate routes, which is useful if you are out late in the tapas districts.
Rail
Logroño's railway station is on Avenida Colón, and the state-owned rail company Renfe operates train services from it. Long-distance trains connect the city with a range of major Spanish destinations, including Barcelona, Bilbao, Madrid, Salamanca, Santiago de Compostela, Valladolid and Zaragoza. For a visitor, the train is the natural choice for day trips or onward travel to larger cities, and the station is the place to head for if your trip extends beyond La Rioja.
Taxis
Taxis in Logroño are quite expensive for the size of the city, and a ride can easily cost up to around €10. Official taxis are white with a red stripe on the front door, and available taxis show a green light on top. You can pick one up at stands around the city, or call one of the local taxi numbers. Given how walkable the centre is, taxis are most useful for reaching the station, the bus station or the airport, or for late-night journeys.
Arriving by air
Logroño–Agoncillo Airport (RJL) serves the city and is located near the village of Recajo. There is no public transport to get in or out of the airport, so it is only accessible by car or taxi. Car rental facilities are available at the airport, which makes picking up a vehicle on arrival a practical option if you plan to explore La Rioja beyond the city. The airport connects Logroño with Madrid.
Arriving by bus or car
The bus station is on Avenida de España, and Logroño is well connected by coach to many major cities in Spain through several operating companies. If you arrive by car, several roads pass through the city, including motorways linking it with Zaragoza, Bilbao, Pamplona and Burgos, and car rental facilities are available at both the airport and the train station. Parking in the city is colour-coded: blue and green spaces are paid on Monday to Saturday during morning and late-afternoon hours, while white spaces are free at all times.
Practical summary
- Best for the centre: walking — Logroño is small and very walkable.
- Best for longer hops: the city bus network, with tickets bought from the driver and free Wi-Fi on board.
- Best for exploring on your own schedule: a bicycle, using the flat terrain and bike lanes; visitors can get a free biciLOG pass at the tourist office.
- Best for onward travel: trains from the station on Avenida Colón, or coaches from the bus station on Avenida de España.
- Best for the airport: car or taxi only — there is no public transport link.