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Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum (Casa Lis)
A standout decorative-arts museum in a stained-glass mansion, known for Art Nouveau and Art Deco collections and one of Salamanca’s most photogenic interiors.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Salamanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Salamanca will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 15 buses that leave Porto for Salamanca on Sat, May 30, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 59 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 5 h 29 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $77 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 5h 1m versus 3h 28m 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 Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, 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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:59PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:59PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 5h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Salamanca buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 9:15 PM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 5h44 | 3:59 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h59 | 3:59 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h20 | 4:30 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h05 | 4:20 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 6h29 | 4:29 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 6h29 | 4:29 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 6h05 | 4:35 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h44 | 4:29 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h44 | 4:29 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 5h59 | 6:59 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h35 | 6:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 5h29 | 6:59 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 5h14 | 6:59 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Porto to Salamanca run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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A standout decorative-arts museum in a stained-glass mansion, known for Art Nouveau and Art Deco collections and one of Salamanca’s most photogenic interiors.
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A cathedral interpretation space with exhibits on the cathedral complex and access to towers and terraces with exceptional city views.
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The city’s main square is also Salamanca’s top urban meeting place, ideal for people-watching, evening strolls and classic photos.
The historic university courtyard area is one of Salamanca’s signature spaces, surrounded by academic buildings and famous carved façades.
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A classic dish from the Salamanca area made with rice and seasoned lamb offal, valued as a historic local recipe with deep rural roots.
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A well-established modern tapas restaurant known for creative small plates, grilled dishes and a stylish but approachable setting.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Good value for tapas, menus, and student-friendly dining.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés and taxis is enough.
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