- Must visit
Serralves Museum
Contemporary art museum in a landmark Álvaro Siza building with major Portuguese and international exhibitions and a superb surrounding park.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 9 buses that leave Vila Praia de Ancora for Porto on Wed, Aug 05, 7 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 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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 train as it is the most popular option from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto:
A bus is €0.50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 37m.
Tickets start at around €9 compared to roughly €17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €9. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 9m 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, Citi Express.
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 | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €11 |
The table below shows live departures for Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 PM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 1h30 | 12:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
10+ 56 | 7:45 AM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 3h00 | 10:45 AM Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 1h50 | 9:35 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 1h25 | 9:10 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 2h00 | 12:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 2h00 | 2:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
12+ 56 | 5:30 PM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 3h00 | 8:30 PM Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 1h35 | 7:05 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) | 2h00 | 7:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 2:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Porto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Porto trip today.
Contemporary art museum in a landmark Álvaro Siza building with major Portuguese and international exhibitions and a superb surrounding park.
Museum dedicated to Porto-born artist Júlio Dinis?
Leading Portuguese photography museum inside a former prison. Visit for rotating exhibitions and the striking historic building.
Colorful UNESCO riverside quarter lined with historic buildings and lively public spaces. Ideal for first-time visitors, photos, and Douro views.
Grand central avenue framed by stately buildings and City Hall. A key promenade for architecture, events, and easy orientation in the center.
Elegant garden terraces beside the old walls with sweeping Douro and bridge views. Excellent at sunset and a favorite local walking spot.
Porto’s iconic sandwich with steak, sausage and ham, covered in melted cheese and spicy beer sauce. A rich local classic tied to the city’s tavern culture.
Slow-cooked tripe stew with white beans, sausage and meats. It reflects Porto’s historic nickname tripeiros and is one of the city’s most traditional dishes.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potatoes. Bacalhau is central to Portuguese cooking, and this comforting version is widely loved in Porto.
Traditional beer hall famous for francesinha and casual local atmosphere. A long-standing favorite for Porto’s signature sandwich.
Established seafood restaurant celebrated for shellfish, grilled fish and classic northern Portuguese cooking in a traditional setting.
Refined restaurant by chef Rui Paula serving modern Portuguese cuisine in an elegant riverside setting near the Douro.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging is often cheaper than Lisbon, meals are reasonable, and local transit is low cost for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Small change is fine for cafes and taxis; tipping is appreciated, not required.
Official public transport app
Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã -> Trindade Station, Porto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Praia de Ancora 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 Vila Praia de Ancora to Porto buses use the Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal). Use this guide to compare Vila Praia de Ancora and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro). ATMs are available at Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro).
Ticket office support is available at Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro).
Available at Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Praia de Âncora, Central de Camionagem (Rua 31 de Janeiro): Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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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