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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 temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 18 trains that leave Vila Franca de Xira for Porto on Mon, Jun 29, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
R 4431 · R 3401
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IC 521Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto costing on average $23 (€19).
A bus is $164 (€135) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto costing on average $171 (€141).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 12m.
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
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 Vila Franca de Xira to Porto trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 524 · AP 135 | 3:39 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 6:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 | 3:52 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 6:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 516 · AP 127 | 4:39 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 7:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 722 · AP 137 | 5:39 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 8:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 5:52 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 8:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 515 · AP 186 | 6:52 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h56 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 526 · AP 129 | 7:39 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 10:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 | 7:52 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 10:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4431 · R 3401 | 8:11 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 4h34 | 12:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 529 | 10:22 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 1:13 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4401 · IC-E 13531 | 12:51 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 4h10 | 5:01 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 | 6:52 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 9:43 AM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 511 · AP 121 | 7:52 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h03 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 520 · AP 182 | 9:39 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 12:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 | 9:52 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 12:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 730 · AP 125 | 11:39 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 2:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 | 11:52 AM Vila Franca de Xira | 2h51 | 2:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 513 · AP 133 | 12:52 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h56 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 · AP 133 | 1:39 PM Vila Franca de Xira | 3h09 | 4:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Vila Franca de Xira to Porto run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Porto’s leading contemporary art museum, set within the Serralves Foundation grounds and known for major temporary exhibitions, architecture, and gardens.
Portugal’s oldest public art museum, featuring Portuguese painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and works by António Soares dos Reis.
A respected photography museum housed in a former prison, with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions in a striking historic building.
Porto’s riverside historic quarter, packed with colorful facades, narrow lanes, and classic Douro views, making it a top area for first-time visitors.
The city’s grand central avenue, lined with monumental buildings and leading to City Hall, often used for walks, events, and orientation in central Porto.
A landscaped park with sweeping views over the Douro, peacocks, and relaxed walking paths, favored by locals for sunsets and quieter city breaks.
Porto’s signature sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, often served with fries.
A traditional Porto tripe stew with white beans, sausages, and pork, strongly associated with the city’s culinary identity.
A classic codfish casserole with potatoes, onion, olives, and egg, created in Porto and widely regarded as one of the city’s emblematic dishes.
Porto’s landmark fine-dining experience with refined Portuguese cuisine, major wine focus, and panoramic views over the Douro.
A respected Ribeira restaurant known for traditional Portuguese cooking, warm service, and a cozy historic setting near the river.
A popular modern cervejaria celebrated for one of the city’s best Francesinhas, plus beer and a relaxed, energetic atmosphere.
Moderate by Western European standards. Food and local transport are good value, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Add a little for excellent service; taxis can be rounded up.
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