- Must visit
Museu de Aveiro / Santa Joana
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 32 trains that leave Vila Nova de Gaia for Aveiro on Sun, Jun 21, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 29 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 830
IR 820
U 15957 · IR 830
IC 522
IC 524
AP 134
AP 122
AP 184
AP 130
AP 180Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Aveiro take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
The journey is about 1m faster (47m by train vs 48m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $18 (€15)). 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 Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
U 15957 · IR 830 | 8:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h54 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IR 830 | 8:35 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h46 | 9:21 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
AP 180 · U 15601 | 5:31 AM Coimbrões Halt | 0h43 | 6:14 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 180 | 5:45 AM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 6:14 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 130 | 6:45 AM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 7:14 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 522 · U 15911 | 8:27 AM Coimbrões Halt | 0h58 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 522 | 8:50 AM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h35 | 9:25 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 720 · U 15919 | 10:27 AM Coimbrões Halt | 0h56 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 | 10:50 AM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h33 | 11:23 AM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 122 · U 15923 | 11:27 AM Coimbrões Halt | 0h47 | 12:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 122 | 11:45 AM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 12:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 524 · U 15927 | 12:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h58 | 1:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 524 | 12:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h35 | 1:25 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 132 · U 15931 | 1:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h47 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 132 | 1:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 2:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 15935 · AP 184 | 2:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h47 | 3:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 184 | 2:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 3:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 722 | 2:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h33 | 3:23 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 124 · U 15943 | 4:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h47 | 5:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 124 | 4:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 5:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 526 | 4:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h35 | 5:25 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
U 15947 · AP 126 | 5:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h49 | 6:16 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 126 | 5:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h31 | 6:16 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 620 | 5:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h35 | 6:25 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 134 · U 15951 | 6:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h47 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
AP 134 | 6:45 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h29 | 7:14 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 528 · U 15955 | 7:27 PM Coimbrões Halt | 0h58 | 8:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 528 · U 35804 | 7:34 PM General Torres | 0h51 | 8:25 PM Aveiro station | 1 transfer | |
IC 528 | 7:50 PM Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0h35 | 8:25 PM Aveiro station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro run on average 42 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€4) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€4) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 12:34 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Aveiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aveiro trip today.
Aveiro’s main museum, housed in the former Convent of Jesus, with sacred art, architecture, and the tomb of Princess Saint Joana.
Small museum inside a classic Art Nouveau building, explaining the style that helped define central Aveiro’s elegant canal-side identity.
Open-air salt museum where visitors learn about traditional salt production, a key part of Aveiro’s landscape and local economy.
The city’s canal network is Aveiro’s signature setting, lined with moliceiro boats, colorful façades, and many of its best walks.
Historic neighborhood of narrow streets, tiled houses, small squares, and local character, ideal for wandering beyond the main canal.
Seaside area near Aveiro famous for striped houses, beach atmosphere, and highly photogenic streets popular with visitors and influencers.
Aveiro’s signature sweet: soft egg-yolk cream wrapped in thin wafer shells shaped like shells or fish. It is the city’s most famous convent pastry and a protected regional specialty.
Traditional eel stew made with local lagoon eels, potatoes, onion, tomato, and herbs. It is closely tied to the Ria de Aveiro and local fishing culture.
Fried eel, usually served crisp and simply seasoned. A classic Aveiro-area specialty that reflects the importance of eels from the lagoon.
Well-known upscale restaurant in a restored salt warehouse, focused on codfish and refined Portuguese cooking with a polished atmosphere.
Established contemporary restaurant known for creative Portuguese dishes, quality ingredients, and a stylish but relaxed setting in central Aveiro.
Popular traditional restaurant with a rustic feel, known for hearty Portuguese classics and dependable local flavors.
Generally moderate for Portugal. Casual meals and coffee are affordable, while hotels in peak season can raise overall trip costs.
Service is usually included. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for taxis or cafes is enough.
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Aveiro Railway Station, Aveiro -> Praça da República, Aveiro
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Nova de Gaia to Aveiro 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 Aveiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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