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Serralves Museum
Contemporary art museum in a landmark Álvaro Siza building with major Portuguese and international exhibitions and a superb surrounding park.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 19
9
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilar Formoso to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilar Formoso to Porto will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Vilar Formoso to Porto without transferring at least 2 times.
R 5424 · R 5404 · IC 527
R 5424 · IC 514 · IC 723
R 5424 · IC 514 · R 4633 · U 15659
IC 510 · IC 721 · R 5420
R 5420 · IC 510 · IC 721
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 121
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 121
R 5424 · R 5404 · IC 527
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 123
R 5424 · IC 514 · AP 186Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilar Formoso to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vilar Formoso to Porto:
A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vilar Formoso to Porto costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
The table below shows live departures for Vilar Formoso to Porto trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5424 · IC 514 · IC 723 | 3:55 PM Villar Formoso | 6h48 | 10:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5424 · R 5404 · R 4627 · U 15651 | 3:55 PM Villar Formoso | 4h44 | 8:39 PM Porto - Campanhã | 3 transfers | |
R 5424 · IC 514 · AP 129 | 3:55 PM Villar Formoso | 6h53 | 10:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5424 · IC 514 · AP 186 | 3:55 PM Villar Formoso | 5h53 | 9:48 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
R 5420 · IC 510 · IC 721 | 6:16 AM Villar Formoso | 6h27 | 12:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5420 · IC 510 · IC 721 | 6:16 AM Villar Formoso | 6h27 | 12:43 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 121 | 6:16 AM Villar Formoso | 4h39 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 123 | 6:16 AM Villar Formoso | 5h32 | 11:48 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
R 5420 · IC 510 · AP 121 | 6:16 AM Villar Formoso | 4h39 | 10:55 AM Porto - Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Vilar Formoso to Porto run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 3:55 PM |
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Grand central avenue framed by stately buildings and City Hall. A key promenade for architecture, events, and easy orientation in the center.
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Moderate for Western Europe: lodging is often cheaper than Lisbon, meals are reasonable, and local transit is low cost for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Small change is fine for cafes and taxis; tipping is appreciated, not required.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilar Formoso 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 Vilar Formoso to Porto trains use the Vilar Formoso to Porto - Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto - Sao Bento. Use this guide to compare Vilar Formoso and Porto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vilar Formoso has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Vilar Formoso.
ATMs are available at Vilar Formoso.
Available at Vilar Formoso: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilar Formoso.
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.
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