- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.



Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$183
Fastest journey
34h 5m
Average duration
36h 52m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1406 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Porto to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $630.
Distance: 820 miles (1321 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$630 Average price | $125 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $529 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
34h 50m Average total duration 34h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 57m Average total duration 32h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.0 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Porto to London:
A flight is $54 (€44) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Porto to London costing on average $178 (€146).
A flight is $505 (€415) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to London costing on average $630 (€517).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 32h 27m.
Train takes on average 34h 20m.
Tickets start at around $630 (€517) compared to roughly $529 (€435) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-100.43 (€-82.45). The journey takes 34h 20m versus 20h 10m 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 Porto to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $630 (€517) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:10, the last at 08:10. The fastest train covers the 820 miles (1321 km) distance in 34h 20m.
Distance 820 miles (1321 km) |
Average train duration 34h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $630 (€517) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 34h 20m |
First train 8:10 AM |
Last train 8:10 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
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