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Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Portugal’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves cultural campus with notable architecture, gardens, and major rotating exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zambujeira do Mar to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $46.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $73 Average price | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Zambujeira do Mar to Porto:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zambujeira do Mar to Porto costing on average $53 (€43).
A bus is $40 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zambujeira do Mar to Porto costing on average $73 (€59).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 0m.
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€26) compared to roughly $142 (€115) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $110 (€88). The journey takes 6h 4m versus 5h 5m 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 Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Zambujeira do Mar to Porto buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:45 PM Zambujeira do Mar | 7h40 | 12:25 AM Porto | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Zambujeira do Mar | 9h05 | 4:20 AM Porto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zambujeira do Mar to Porto run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Round up taxi fares; hotel tips are appreciated but optional.
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