- Must visit
Museu Municipal de Tavira - Palácio da Galeria
Tavira's main municipal museum, housed in an 18th-century palace with rotating art, archaeology, and local history exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
455 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Tavira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Tavira will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Porto to Tavira without transferring at least once.
IC 512 · IC 574 · R 5725 · R 4668
IC 512 · IC 574 · R 4668 · U 15728
R 4668 · IC 512 · IC 574 · R 5725
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5711
IC 722 · IC 574 · R 5725
AP 184 · R 5723
AP 180 · R 5707
AP 184 · R 5723
AP 180 · R 5707
AP 184 · R 5723Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Tavira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 282 miles (455 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price | $174 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Tavira:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Tavira costing on average $47 (€38).
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Tavira costing on average $94 (€77).
Other travel options to Tavira take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€38) compared to roughly $174 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $128 (€104). The journey takes 6h 51m versus 5h 9m 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 Porto to Tavira trains for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 184 · R 5723 | 2:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 6h29 | 9:09 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5723 | 2:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 6h33 | 9:13 PM Conceição | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5723 | 2:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 6h25 | 9:05 PM Tavira station | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 · R 5725 | 2:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 8h17 | 10:57 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 · IC 574 · R 5725 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 8h08 | 10:53 PM Tavira station | 2 transfers | |
IC 722 · IC 574 · R 5725 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 8h16 | 11:01 PM Conceição | 2 transfers | |
IC 722 · IC 574 · R 5725 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 8h12 | 10:57 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
AP 180 · R 5713 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h20 | 4:00 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5709 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h05 | 1:45 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5707 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 6h35 | 12:15 PM Conceição | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5707 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 6h27 | 12:07 PM Tavira station | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5711 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h55 | 2:35 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 · R 5707 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 6h30 | 12:10 PM Porta Nova | 1 transfer | |
AP 130 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h55 | 2:35 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
AP 130 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h52 | 2:32 PM Tavira station | 2 transfers | |
IC 570 · R 5715 · AP 130 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 11h18 | 5:58 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 570 · AP 130 · R 5711 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h55 | 2:35 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 570 · R 5713 · AP 130 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h20 | 4:00 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 570 · R 5711 · AP 130 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h00 | 2:40 PM Conceição | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h47 | 2:32 PM Tavira station | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5713 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h15 | 4:00 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h50 | 2:35 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h50 | 2:35 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5711 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h55 | 2:40 PM Conceição | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · IC 570 · R 5715 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 11h13 | 5:58 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
AP 120 · IC 572 · R 5717 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h53 | 6:33 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
AP 120 · IC 572 · R 5721 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h32 | 8:12 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 572 · R 5717 · AP 120 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h50 | 6:30 PM Tavira station | 2 transfers | |
IC 572 · R 5719 · AP 120 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h28 | 7:08 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 572 · AP 120 · R 5717 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h53 | 6:33 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 572 · R 5717 · AP 120 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h58 | 6:38 PM Conceição | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5719 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h23 | 7:08 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5717 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h48 | 6:33 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5717 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h48 | 6:33 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5717 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h53 | 6:38 PM Conceição | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5717 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h45 | 6:30 PM Tavira station | 2 transfers | |
IC 720 · IC 572 · R 5721 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h27 | 8:12 PM Porta Nova | 2 transfers | |
R 4668 · IC 512 · IC 574 · R 5725 | 12:50 PM Porto - Campanhã | 10h11 | 11:01 PM Conceição | 4 transfers | |
IC 512 · IC 574 · R 4668 · U 15728 | 12:50 PM Porto - Campanhã | 10h07 | 10:57 PM Porta Nova | 4 transfers | |
R 4668 · IC 512 · IC 574 · R 5725 | 12:50 PM Porto - Campanhã | 10h03 | 10:53 PM Tavira station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Porto to Tavira run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (455 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 282 miles (455 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:38 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Tavira — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tavira trip today.
Tavira's main municipal museum, housed in an 18th-century palace with rotating art, archaeology, and local history exhibitions.
Small museum focused on Tavira's Islamic heritage, including archaeology and interpretation of the town's medieval past.
Seasonal heritage museum on Ilha de Tavira about tuna fishing and the historic tuna camp structures.
Barrier island beach area reached by boat, famous for long sandy beaches and one of the municipality's signature day trips.
Main central square by the river, surrounded by historic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring Tavira on foot.
Pleasant riverside garden and town park with shade, seating, and a relaxed atmosphere in the historic center.
Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper cataplana with shellfish, fish, tomato, onion, and herbs. It is one of the region’s signature dishes.
Octopus roasted and served with olive oil, garlic, and baked potatoes. It is a classic Portuguese dish often found in Tavira and the eastern Algarve.
Traditional Algarve cornmeal dish, often enriched with clams, pork, or seafood. It reflects the region’s rustic coastal cooking.
Established fine dining restaurant with rooftop views, known for modern Portuguese cuisine using Algarve ingredients and elegant presentation.
Well-known restaurant near Cabanas, famous for refined Algarve seafood and rice dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Traditional Tavira restaurant appreciated for classic Portuguese and Algarve dishes, with a local atmosphere near the riverfront.
Tavira is moderate by Portuguese standards: cafes and local eateries are affordable, while waterfront dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Leaving 5-10% in restaurants for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Tavira Railway Station, Tavira -> Praça da República, Tavira
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