How to travel from Barcelona to Porto

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Porto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, while a train costs an average of $174.

Distance: 559 miles (900 km)

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$106

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$64

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$174

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$218

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5h 48m

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3h 48m

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14h 34m

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9h 55m

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9h 25m

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11h 22m

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2.7 - 5.4kg

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0.9 - 2.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Porto is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Porto:

A bus is $43 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Porto costing on average $106.

A bus is $110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Porto costing on average $174.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Porto among Omio's users.

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from Barcelona to Porto

How to get from Barcelona to Porto by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Porto is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 4545
    6:10 AM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    7:10 AMPorto Airport
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 4545
    6:10 AM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    7:10 AMPorto Airport
    $561One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingVY8480
    8:25 PM1h55
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:20 PMPorto Airport
    $1091One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06060+AVE04515+Renfe00422
    5:45 AM14h50
    Barcelona Sants
    7:35 PMPorto - Campanhã
    $1371One-way
    2 transfers
  • iryo06070+AVE04515+Renfe00422
    7:05 AM13h30
    Barcelona Sants
    7:35 PMPorto - Campanhã
    $1601One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    1:00 PM18h14
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    9:30 AM21h44
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06060+AlsaNormal
    5:45 AM18h29
    Barcelona Sants
    11:14 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $781One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 4597
    10:50 PM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:50 PMPorto Airport
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 4585
    11:20 AM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:20 PMPorto Airport
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY8482
    1:15 PM2h00
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:15 PMPorto Airport
    $951One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Barcelona to Porto

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Barcelona to Porto, 87,17% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Barcelona to Porto, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Porto

Travel to Porto easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Porto.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Porto is a bus with an average price of $64.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Porto:

A bus is $43 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Porto costing on average $106.

A bus is $110 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Porto costing on average $174.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 55m.

Bus takes on average 14h 34m.

The distance from Barcelona to Porto is approximately 559 miles (900 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Porto is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Porto as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Ouigo to go to Porto by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Vueling, TAP Portugal, GetJet Airlines, Iberia, Air Europa, Airhub Airlines, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, azores airlines, Swiss to go to Porto by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, COOPERATIVA INTERURBANA ANDORRANA, BlaBlaCar to go to Porto by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Porto with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Vueling, GetJet Airlines, Airhub Airlines.
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Aveiro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.
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