- Must visit
Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caxarias to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caxarias to Porto will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 6 trains that leave Caxarias for Porto on Fri, Jun 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caxarias to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 $5, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Caxarias to Porto:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caxarias to Porto costing on average $16 (€14).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 14m.
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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 Caxarias to Porto trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4501 · R 4605 · U 15615 | 6:15 AM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 3h24 | 9:39 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4501 · R 4605 · U 15615 | 6:19 AM Seica-Ourem | 3h20 | 9:39 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4501 · R 4605 · U 15615 | 6:24 AM Caxarias | 3h15 | 9:39 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4505 · IC 521 | 7:00 AM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h43 | 9:43 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4505 · IC 521 | 7:04 AM Seica-Ourem | 2h39 | 9:43 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4505 · IC 521 | 7:09 AM Caxarias | 2h34 | 9:43 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4509 · AP 121 | 8:11 AM Seica-Ourem | 2h44 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 511 · AP 121 | 8:46 AM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h09 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 511 · AP 121 | 8:53 AM Caxarias | 2h02 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4511 · AP 123 | 9:00 AM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h48 | 11:48 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4511 · AP 123 | 9:04 AM Seica-Ourem | 2h44 | 11:48 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4511 · AP 123 | 9:15 AM Caxarias | 2h33 | 11:48 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 | 10:51 AM Caxarias | 1h52 | 12:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4513 · R 4615 · U 15631 | 10:57 AM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 3h42 | 2:39 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4513 · R 4615 · U 15631 | 11:01 AM Seica-Ourem | 3h38 | 2:39 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4513 · R 4615 · U 15631 | 11:12 AM Caxarias | 3h27 | 2:39 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4515 · AP 133 | 1:01 PM Seica-Ourem | 3h47 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 513 · R 4619 · AP 133 | 1:46 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 3h02 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4619 · AP 133 | 1:53 PM Caxarias | 2h55 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 4517 · IC 523 | 3:57 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h46 | 6:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4517 · IC 523 | 4:01 PM Seica-Ourem | 2h42 | 6:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4517 · IC 523 | 4:06 PM Caxarias | 2h37 | 6:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4519 · IC 731 | 5:57 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h46 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4519 · IC 731 | 6:01 PM Seica-Ourem | 2h42 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 6:51 PM Caxarias | 1h52 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4521 · AP 186 | 7:11 PM Seica-Ourem | 2h37 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 515 · AP 186 | 7:46 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h02 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 515 · AP 186 | 7:53 PM Caxarias | 1h55 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IC 723 | 8:07 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h36 | 10:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IC 723 | 8:11 PM Seica-Ourem | 2h32 | 10:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 4523 · IC 723 | 8:16 PM Caxarias | 2h27 | 10:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
R 3401 | 9:53 PM Chao de Macas - Fatima | 2h52 | 12:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3401 | 9:57 PM Seica-Ourem | 2h48 | 12:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3401 | 10:02 PM Caxarias | 2h43 | 12:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 529 | 11:21 PM Caxarias | 1h52 | 1:13 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Caxarias to Porto run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Portugal’s oldest public art museum, featuring Portuguese painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and works by António Soares dos Reis.
A respected photography museum housed in a former prison, with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions in a striking historic building.
Porto’s riverside historic quarter, packed with colorful facades, narrow lanes, and classic Douro views, making it a top area for first-time visitors.
The city’s grand central avenue, lined with monumental buildings and leading to City Hall, often used for walks, events, and orientation in central Porto.
A landscaped park with sweeping views over the Douro, peacocks, and relaxed walking paths, favored by locals for sunsets and quieter city breaks.
Porto’s signature sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, often served with fries.
A traditional Porto tripe stew with white beans, sausages, and pork, strongly associated with the city’s culinary identity.
A classic codfish casserole with potatoes, onion, olives, and egg, created in Porto and widely regarded as one of the city’s emblematic dishes.
Porto’s landmark fine-dining experience with refined Portuguese cuisine, major wine focus, and panoramic views over the Douro.
A respected Ribeira restaurant known for traditional Portuguese cooking, warm service, and a cozy historic setting near the river.
A popular modern cervejaria celebrated for one of the city’s best Francesinhas, plus beer and a relaxed, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and local transport are good value, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Add a little for excellent service; taxis can be rounded up.
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Porto Campanhã -> Trindade, Porto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caxarias to Porto 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 Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Caxarias to Porto trains use the Caxarias to Porto - Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto - Sao Bento. Use this guide to compare Caxarias and Porto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Porto - Sao Bento 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
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