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Casa-Museu Passos Canavarro
Historic house museum with art, archaeology, and decorative collections linked to a notable Santarém family in the old town.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Santarém will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 13 trains that leave Porto for Santarém on Sun, May 24, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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 820
IC 722
IC 524
IC 522
IC 528
AP 126
IC 722
IC 524
IC 522
IC 528Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Santarém among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 $9, and a flight costs an average of $67.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Santarém:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Santarém costing on average $24 (€19).
A bus is $133 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Santarém costing on average $151 (€122).
Other travel options to Santarém take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 51m.
Train takes on average 2h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Santarém trains for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 620 | 5:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 8:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 514 · AP 134 | 6:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 3h08 | 9:48 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 528 | 7:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 10:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 24 | |||||
R 4506 · IC 540 · AP 130 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 3h59 | 10:39 AM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 522 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 11:17 AM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 720 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 1:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 122 · R 4510 · R 4426 | 11:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 4h26 | 4:06 PM Santarém station | 2 transfers | |
IC 524 | 12:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 3:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 516 · AP 132 | 1:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h38 | 4:18 PM Santarém station | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 5:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 526 | 4:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 7:17 PM Santarém station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Porto to Santarém run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Santarém — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santarém trip today.
Historic house museum with art, archaeology, and decorative collections linked to a notable Santarém family in the old town.
Important regional museum in a striking early 20th-century house with fine arts and decorative collections; a worthwhile short trip from Santarém.
Large railway museum in Entroncamento with locomotives and industrial heritage; one of the district’s best-known museum visits.
Landscaped hilltop garden and viewpoint with the city’s best panoramic views over the Tagus floodplain; ideal for walking and sunset.
Atmospheric old town with Gothic churches, small squares, traditional streets, and many of the city’s main heritage sights.
Flagship viewpoint over the lezíria and Tagus valley, especially popular for photos and short scenic stops.
A traditional eel stew from the Ribatejo wetlands, usually cooked with bread, herbs, olive oil, and garlic. It is one of the region’s most emblematic river dishes.
A famous hearty soup associated with nearby Almeirim in the Santarém district, made with beans, potatoes, pork meats, and sausages. It is a classic Ribatejo comfort dish.
A rustic Ribatejo side dish made from bread mashed with garlic, olive oil, and greens or beans, often served with grilled meat. It reflects local farmhouse cooking.
A respected contemporary restaurant focused on Ribatejo ingredients, game, river fish, and refined regional cooking in a more modern setting.
A long-established traditional restaurant in Santarém, known for generous Ribatejo dishes, grilled meats, and a classic local atmosphere.
A well-known casual local spot serving traditional Portuguese and Ribatejo comfort food, with an unfussy atmosphere and reliable portions.
Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Good value for meals and coffee; central tourist spots cost a bit more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small change for cafes is fine; taxis are often rounded up.
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