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Serralves Museum of Contemporary Art
Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds. Known for major temporary exhibitions, modern architecture, and landscaped gardens.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sesimbra to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$23 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg 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 Sesimbra to Porto:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sesimbra to Porto costing on average $23 (€19).
A bus is $116 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sesimbra to Porto costing on average $132 (€109).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
The journey is about 25m faster (3h 20m by train vs 3h 45m by car) and roughly $82 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€19) vs $106 (€87)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sesimbra to Porto trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:34 PM Sesimbra | 3h39 | 1:13 AM Porto | 0 transfersDirect | |
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IC-E 13531 | 3:20 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h09 | 6:29 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 131 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h48 | 9:48 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 121 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2h55 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Sesimbra to Porto run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
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Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds. Known for major temporary exhibitions, modern architecture, and landscaped gardens.
Portugal’s oldest public art museum, featuring sculpture, painting, decorative arts, and works by António Soares dos Reis in a historic palace setting.
A photography museum housed in a former prison, with rotating exhibitions and a notable collection of cameras and photographic equipment.
Porto’s postcard riverside quarter, filled with colorful facades, steep lanes, and classic Douro views. A core area for first-time visitors.
The city’s grand central avenue, framed by monumental architecture and civic buildings, and a key orientation point in central Porto.
Porto’s best-known shopping street, lively and walkable, with historic storefronts and easy access to landmarks like the Chapel of Souls.
Porto’s iconic sandwich layered with cured meats, steak, and sausage, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-tomato sauce. It is one of the city’s most famous comfort foods.
A traditional Porto tripe stew with white beans, sausages, and meats. It is deeply tied to the city’s history and gave locals the nickname tripeiros.
A classic cod dish from Porto made with salted cod, potatoes, onions, eggs, and olives. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional recipes.
Porto’s best-known fine dining destination, with refined Portuguese cuisine, exceptional wine focus, and panoramic views over the Douro.
A well-known modern beer hall and restaurant celebrated for Francesinha, good craft beer, and a lively central atmosphere.
One of Porto’s most famous traditional spots for Francesinha. Casual, busy, and widely recommended for trying the city’s signature sandwich.
Moderate by Western Europe standards. Food and local transport are fair, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Porto Campanhã, Porto -> Trindade, Porto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sesimbra 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 Sesimbra to Porto trains use the Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Porto - Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto - Sao Bento. Use this guide to compare Sesimbra 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.
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
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