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Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major international exhibitions and modern architecture.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mafra to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg 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 Mafra to Porto:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mafra to Porto costing on average $30 (€25).
A bus is $114 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mafra to Porto costing on average $126 (€102).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 46m.
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $92 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€50). The journey takes 4h 29m versus 3h 1m 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.
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Trains from Mafra to Porto run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 8:52 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Tipping is optional, not mandatory. In restaurants, locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Round up taxi fares.
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