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Museu da Guarda
Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto Airport to Guarda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto Airport to Guarda will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 12 buses that leave Porto Airport for Guarda on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus



FlixBus
FlixBus

Buses from Porto Airport to Guarda run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 19:05. The fastest bus covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 7:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto Airport to Guarda buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
52 · 79 | 7:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h55 | 10:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
10+ 79 | 7:05 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h50 | 10:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:20 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h05 | 9:25 AM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h25 | 12:25 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h25 | 2:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 3h25 | 3:05 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
15+ 79 | 1:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h55 | 4:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
26+ 27 | 1:35 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 6h10 | 7:45 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
12 · 74 | 2:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 4h10 | 6:10 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
14+ 74 | 2:30 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h40 | 6:10 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 3h25 | 6:55 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Guarda’s main museum presents archaeology, sacred art, painting, and local history inside a former seminary near the cathedral.
Contemporary art center with rotating exhibitions, talks, and cultural programming in a restored building in the historic core.
Exhibition venue in Guarda’s municipal theater complex, known for contemporary visual arts and accessible central location.
Main civic square in historic Guarda, surrounded by notable buildings and ideal for orientation, events, and people-watching.
Hilltop area around the cathedral with heritage streets, views, and many of the city’s most important monuments close together.
Broad avenue linking key parts of the center, useful for strolling between shops, services, and cultural venues in the city core.
Hearty mountain soup with cabbage, beans, potatoes and pork. A Beira Interior staple valued for warming winters in the highlands around Guarda.
Rustic blood sausage from nearby Trás-os-Montes and Beira areas, often grilled or roasted. It is a classic inland Portuguese charcuterie.
Cured sheep's milk cheese from Serra da Estrela, creamy and intense. It is the region's most iconic product and a must-try near Guarda.
Traditional restaurant known for regional Beira dishes, grilled meats and a rustic local atmosphere in Guarda.
Established local spot serving classic Portuguese comfort food, regional specialties and generous portions in a casual setting.
Refined dining venue focused on Beira Interior ingredients, polished service and a more elegant atmosphere for regional cuisine.
Moderate for Portugal. Guarda is usually cheaper than Lisbon and Porto for hotels and dining, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly low for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés may get small change; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto Airport to Guarda 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 Guarda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto Airport to Guarda buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto Airport and Guarda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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