- Must visit
Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ponte da Barca to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponte da Barca to Porto will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ponte da Barca for Porto on Thu, Jun 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ponte da Barca to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $26 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 2h 3m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Rede Expressos.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Ponte da Barca to Porto buses for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:55 PM Ponte da Barca | 2h55 | 4:50 PM Porto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Ponte da Barca | 2h55 | 5:50 PM Porto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ponte da Barca to Porto run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Portugal’s oldest public art museum, featuring Portuguese painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and works by António Soares dos Reis.
A respected photography museum housed in a former prison, with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions in a striking historic building.
Porto’s riverside historic quarter, packed with colorful facades, narrow lanes, and classic Douro views, making it a top area for first-time visitors.
The city’s grand central avenue, lined with monumental buildings and leading to City Hall, often used for walks, events, and orientation in central Porto.
A landscaped park with sweeping views over the Douro, peacocks, and relaxed walking paths, favored by locals for sunsets and quieter city breaks.
Porto’s signature sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, often served with fries.
A traditional Porto tripe stew with white beans, sausages, and pork, strongly associated with the city’s culinary identity.
A classic codfish casserole with potatoes, onion, olives, and egg, created in Porto and widely regarded as one of the city’s emblematic dishes.
Porto’s landmark fine-dining experience with refined Portuguese cuisine, major wine focus, and panoramic views over the Douro.
A respected Ribeira restaurant known for traditional Portuguese cooking, warm service, and a cozy historic setting near the river.
A popular modern cervejaria celebrated for one of the city’s best Francesinhas, plus beer and a relaxed, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and local transport are good value, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Add a little for excellent service; taxis can be rounded up.
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