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Serralves Museum
Major contemporary art museum set in a vast park. Visit for leading exhibitions, architecture, and one of Portugal’s top cultural institutions.
Buses from Barcelona to Porto run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $76 but you can travel from only $39 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 02:15. The fastest bus covers the 469 miles (756 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 469 miles (756 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 2:15 AM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barcelona to Porto.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
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Major contemporary art museum set in a vast park. Visit for leading exhibitions, architecture, and one of Portugal’s top cultural institutions.
National museum with Portuguese painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. It is a cornerstone for understanding northern Portugal’s art.
Outstanding decorative arts museum inside a pink 19th-century palace. Its romantic interiors and gardens offer a refined Porto experience.
Porto’s riverside quarter is the city’s postcard scene, with colorful facades, historic lanes, and memorable Douro views.
Elegant avenue lined with modernist façades, cafés, and transit links. It is central, lively, and ideal for orienting yourself downtown.
Steep medieval lane descending from the upper city to Ribeira. It is one of Porto’s most atmospheric historic walks.
Francesinha is Porto’s iconic layered sandwich with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and spicy beer sauce, often served with fries.
Tripas à Moda do Porto is a traditional tripe and white bean stew linked to Porto’s nickname, Tripeiros, and reflects the city’s historic frugal cuisine.
Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá is a classic Porto cod dish with salt cod, potatoes, onion, olives, and egg, created by a Porto merchant in the 19th century.
Elegant riverside fine dining restaurant known for refined Portuguese cuisine, seafood, and polished service in a romantic atmosphere.
Traditional seafood restaurant celebrated for fresh fish and shellfish, with a classic local feel in Matosinhos near Porto.
Long-established downtown venue serving hearty Portuguese dishes and a respected Francesinha in a bustling Belle Époque dining room.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and dining are cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while transit is low-cost and many casual meals remain good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Porto by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Porto buses use the Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants to station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
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