- Must visit
Museu de Aveiro / Santa Joana
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelos to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelos to Aveiro will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 55 trains that leave Barcelos for Aveiro on Fri, Jun 19, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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.
IR 856 · U 15761
R 3106 · IR 856 · U 15761
IR 830 · IR 856 · U 15761
IR 830
R 3300 · IR 830
AP 130
AP 134
AP 132
AP 136
IC 722Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelos to Aveiro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelos to Aveiro:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelos to Aveiro costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Aveiro take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 35m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelos to Aveiro trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 3100 · IC 730 | 5:47 AM Barcelos | 3h38 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3100 · AP 132 | 5:47 AM Barcelos | 8h27 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3100 · IC 720 | 5:47 AM Barcelos | 5h36 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 130 | 6:10 AM Nine | 1h04 | 7:14 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3102 · IC 720 | 6:30 AM Barcelos | 4h53 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3102 · IC 730 | 6:30 AM Barcelos | 2h55 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3102 · AP 132 | 6:30 AM Barcelos | 7h44 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
U 15204 · AP 128 | 6:31 AM Nine | 1h43 | 8:14 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3000 · AP 132 | 7:31 AM Barcelos | 6h43 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3000 · IC 730 | 7:31 AM Barcelos | 1h54 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3000 · IC 720 | 7:31 AM Barcelos | 3h52 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 · IC 720 | 8:01 AM Barcelos | 3h22 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 · IC 722 | 8:01 AM Barcelos | 7h22 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 · AP 132 | 8:01 AM Barcelos | 6h13 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 | 8:10 AM Nine | 1h15 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 850 · AP 132 | 8:31 AM Barcelos | 5h43 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 850 · IC 720 | 8:31 AM Barcelos | 2h52 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 850 · IC 722 | 8:31 AM Barcelos | 6h52 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 850 · AP 120 | 8:40 AM Nine | 1h34 | 10:14 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 | 10:15 AM Nine | 1h08 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3104 · AP 134 | 10:19 AM Barcelos | 8h55 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3104 · IC 722 | 10:19 AM Barcelos | 5h04 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3104 · AP 132 | 10:19 AM Barcelos | 3h55 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 852 · IC 722 | 10:32 AM Barcelos | 4h51 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 852 · AP 132 | 10:32 AM Barcelos | 3h42 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 852 · AP 134 | 10:32 AM Barcelos | 8h42 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 852 · AP 122 | 10:43 AM Nine | 1h31 | 12:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
U 15224 · IC 524 | 11:52 AM Nine | 1h33 | 1:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 132 | 1:10 PM Nine | 1h04 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3300 · IC 722 | 1:14 PM Barcelos | 2h09 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3300 · AP 134 | 1:14 PM Barcelos | 6h00 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3300 · IR 830 | 1:14 PM Barcelos | 8h07 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
U 15228 · AP 184 | 1:31 PM Nine | 1h43 | 3:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 | 2:15 PM Nine | 1h08 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3302 · AP 134 | 2:32 PM Barcelos | 4h42 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3302 · AP 136 | 2:32 PM Barcelos | 6h42 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3302 · IR 830 | 2:32 PM Barcelos | 6h49 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 854 · AP 136 | 3:36 PM Barcelos | 5h38 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 854 · AP 134 | 3:36 PM Barcelos | 3h38 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 854 · IR 830 | 3:36 PM Barcelos | 5h45 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 854 · AP 124 | 3:45 PM Nine | 1h29 | 5:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
U 15236 · IC 620 | 4:52 PM Nine | 1h33 | 6:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3304 · AP 134 | 5:14 PM Barcelos | 2h00 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3304 · AP 136 | 5:14 PM Barcelos | 4h00 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3304 · IR 830 | 5:14 PM Barcelos | 4h07 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 134 | 6:10 PM Nine | 1h04 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3106 · AP 136 | 6:27 PM Barcelos | 2h47 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3106 · IR 830 | 6:27 PM Barcelos | 2h54 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
R 3106 · U 15761 · IR 856 | 6:27 PM Barcelos | 5h41 | 12:08 AM Aveiro station | 2 transfers | |
IC 528 · U 15242 | 6:31 PM Nine | 1h54 | 8:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 830 · AP 136 | 7:29 PM Barcelos | 1h45 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 830 · IR 856 · U 15761 | 7:29 PM Barcelos | 4h39 | 12:08 AM Aveiro station | 2 transfers | |
IR 830 | 7:39 PM Nine | 1h42 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 136 | 8:10 PM Nine | 1h04 | 9:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 856 · U 15761 | 9:54 PM Nine | 2h14 | 12:08 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Barcelos to Aveiro run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:31, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 4:31 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Aveiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aveiro trip today.
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Small museum inside a classic Art Nouveau building, explaining the style that helped define central Aveiro’s elegant canal-side identity.
Open-air salt museum where visitors learn about traditional salt production, a key part of Aveiro’s landscape and local economy.
The city’s canal network is Aveiro’s signature setting, lined with moliceiro boats, colorful façades, and many of its best walks.
Historic neighborhood of narrow streets, tiled houses, small squares, and local character, ideal for wandering beyond the main canal.
Seaside area near Aveiro famous for striped houses, beach atmosphere, and highly photogenic streets popular with visitors and influencers.
Aveiro’s signature sweet: soft egg-yolk cream wrapped in thin wafer shells shaped like shells or fish. It is the city’s most famous convent pastry and a protected regional specialty.
Traditional eel stew made with local lagoon eels, potatoes, onion, tomato, and herbs. It is closely tied to the Ria de Aveiro and local fishing culture.
Fried eel, usually served crisp and simply seasoned. A classic Aveiro-area specialty that reflects the importance of eels from the lagoon.
Well-known upscale restaurant in a restored salt warehouse, focused on codfish and refined Portuguese cooking with a polished atmosphere.
Established contemporary restaurant known for creative Portuguese dishes, quality ingredients, and a stylish but relaxed setting in central Aveiro.
Popular traditional restaurant with a rustic feel, known for hearty Portuguese classics and dependable local flavors.
Generally moderate for Portugal. Casual meals and coffee are affordable, while hotels in peak season can raise overall trip costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for taxis or cafes is enough.
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Aveiro Railway Station, Aveiro -> Praça da República, Aveiro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelos to Aveiro by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aveiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelos to Aveiro trains use the Nine to Aveiro station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelos and Aveiro train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nine is 10 km from Barcelos city centre. Public transport options include:
Nine has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nine. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nine. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nine: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nine: Elevators, ramps.
Aveiro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: O Bairro, Restaurante Maré Cheia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aveiro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aveiro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aveiro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aveiro: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aveiro: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moliceiro, Hotel Aveiro Palace, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa.
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