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Small museum interpreting the history and techniques of the famous inland salt pans, Rio Maior’s signature cultural attraction.
Cheapest price
CHF14
Average price
CHF15
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Rio Maior is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Rio Maior will cost around CHF15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF14.
Of the 2 buses that leave Porto for Rio Maior on Wed, Aug 05, 2 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 203 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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 Porto to Rio Maior among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF11, and a flight costs an average of CHF49.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF17 Average price Cheapest | CHF19 Average price | CHF101 Average price | CHF60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Rio Maior:
A bus is CHF2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Rio Maior costing on average CHF19.
A bus is CHF84 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Rio Maior costing on average CHF101.
Other travel options to Rio Maior take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around CHF17 compared to roughly CHF60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF43. The journey takes 3h 39m versus 2h 29m 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 BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF16 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Rio Maior 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12 · 6 | 5:45 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 6h20 | 12:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
50 · 6 | 6:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 7h10 | 1:10 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
50 · 42 | 6:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 7h10 | 1:10 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h05 | 11:20 AM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
12 · 6 | 6:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h50 | 12:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
11 · 57+ 6 | 7:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h50 | 12:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 2 transfers | |
10 · 42 | 12:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h15 | 5:45 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
12+ 6 | 2:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h05 | 7:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
15 · 6 | 2:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
12+ 6 | 2:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h35 | 7:05 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h00 | 8:00 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
49 · 42 | 3:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h10 | 8:40 PM Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Porto to Rio Maior run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF11 but you can travel from only CHF10 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:08, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF11 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 1:08 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Rio Maior — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rio Maior trip today.
Small museum interpreting the history and techniques of the famous inland salt pans, Rio Maior’s signature cultural attraction.
Municipal museum space presenting local history, archaeology, and traditions, useful for understanding the region before exploring further.
Small heritage display area focused on traditional salt working and the social life of the salinas community.
Rio Maior’s iconic salt pans are a must-see landscape of traditional salt extraction, wooden houses, and strong local identity.
Central square and gathering place, useful for orienting yourself while enjoying everyday town life and nearby historic buildings.
Green urban park offering a relaxed break, suitable for families, light walks, and experiencing local leisure spaces.
Chanfana is slow-cooked goat in red wine and spices, a rustic central Portugal specialty served at gatherings and traditional taverns.
Migas de Broa combines crumbled maize bread with olive oil, garlic and greens, often paired with pork. It reflects Ribatejo farmhouse cooking.
Bacalhau Assado is roasted salted cod with potatoes and olive oil, a Portuguese classic widely eaten locally on Sundays and feast days.
Traditional regional restaurant known for grilled meats and Portuguese classics in a relaxed, local atmosphere.
Well-known venue near the salt pans, popular for regional dishes and a scenic setting tied to Rio Maior's heritage.
Casual local restaurant serving hearty Portuguese plates, grilled fish and meat, with a straightforward family-style atmosphere.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto. Hotels, casual dining, and local transport are usually lower, making Rio Maior good value for budget-conscious travelers.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. Round up in cafes and taxis; in restaurants, leave about 5-10% for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Rio Maior 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 Rio Maior, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto to Rio Maior buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Rio Maior, Terminal Rodoviário (Av. Dr. Mário Soares) station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Rio Maior bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
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