- Must visit
Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds. Known for major temporary exhibitions, modern architecture, and landscaped gardens.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carregal do Sal to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carregal do Sal to Porto will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
It's difficult to get from Carregal do Sal to Porto without transferring at least once.
IC 621 · R 5402
R 5402 · IC 621
R 5410 · IC 731
R 5410 · IC 731
IC 516 · R 4619 · AP 133
IC 518 · AP 186
IC 510 · AP 121
R 5410 · IC 731
R 5410 · IC 731
IC 516 · R 4619 · AP 133Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carregal do Sal to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Carregal do Sal to Porto:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Carregal do Sal to Porto costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 20m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $32 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€12). The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 50m 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.
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 Carregal do Sal to Porto trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5400 · IR 831 | 6:24 AM Oliveirinha-Cabanas | 2h25 | 8:49 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 5400 · IR 831 | 6:28 AM Carregal do Sal station | 2h21 | 8:49 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 510 · AP 121 | 8:33 AM Carregal do Sal station | 2h22 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 5402 · IC 621 | 11:36 AM Oliveirinha-Cabanas | 3h07 | 2:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 5402 · IC 621 | 11:40 AM Carregal do Sal station | 3h03 | 2:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4619 · IC 512 · AP 133 | 2:03 PM Carregal do Sal station | 2h45 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5404 · IC 527 | 6:05 PM Oliveirinha-Cabanas | 2h38 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 5404 · IC 527 | 6:10 PM Carregal do Sal station | 2h33 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 514 · AP 186 | 7:30 PM Carregal do Sal station | 2h18 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Carregal do Sal to Porto run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds. Known for major temporary exhibitions, modern architecture, and landscaped gardens.
Portugal’s oldest public art museum, featuring sculpture, painting, decorative arts, and works by António Soares dos Reis in a historic palace setting.
A photography museum housed in a former prison, with rotating exhibitions and a notable collection of cameras and photographic equipment.
Porto’s postcard riverside quarter, filled with colorful facades, steep lanes, and classic Douro views. A core area for first-time visitors.
The city’s grand central avenue, framed by monumental architecture and civic buildings, and a key orientation point in central Porto.
Porto’s best-known shopping street, lively and walkable, with historic storefronts and easy access to landmarks like the Chapel of Souls.
Porto’s iconic sandwich layered with cured meats, steak, and sausage, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-tomato sauce. It is one of the city’s most famous comfort foods.
A traditional Porto tripe stew with white beans, sausages, and meats. It is deeply tied to the city’s history and gave locals the nickname tripeiros.
A classic cod dish from Porto made with salted cod, potatoes, onions, eggs, and olives. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional recipes.
Porto’s best-known fine dining destination, with refined Portuguese cuisine, exceptional wine focus, and panoramic views over the Douro.
A well-known modern beer hall and restaurant celebrated for Francesinha, good craft beer, and a lively central atmosphere.
One of Porto’s most famous traditional spots for Francesinha. Casual, busy, and widely recommended for trying the city’s signature sandwich.
Moderate by Western Europe standards. Food and local transport are fair, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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