How to travel from Lisbon to Guimarães

There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Guimarães including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Guimarães is a bus with an average price of €20.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Guimarães:

A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Guimarães costing on average €29.

A bus is €438 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Guimarães costing on average €458.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Guimarães is by train with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 8m.

Flight takes on average 5h 47m.

The distance from Lisbon to Guimarães is approximately 193 miles (312 km).

The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Guimarães is:

• Around 41 trains per day.
• Around 38 flights per day.
• Around 36 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Guimarães 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 Lisbon to Guimarães:

• Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães.
• Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Guimarães, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Guimarães by bus.
• Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Guimarães by train.
• Travel with TAP Portugal, Iberia, Vueling, British Airways, azores airlines to go to Guimarães by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Guimarães with the following travel companies:

• 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express.
• 2 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
• 9 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.

Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Guimarães often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Braga, Canidelo, Avintes, Valbom. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Guimarães and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Guimarães to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Guimarães, you can explore the Alberto Sampaio Museum for regional religious art, visit vibrant local markets for crafts and souvenirs, and enjoy cultural events to experience local traditions. Discover the city's rich history on a guided walking tour and savor local cuisine at traditional Portuguese restaurants. Don't miss the Guimarães Castle for panoramic views, the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza with its period art, and the historic Largo da Oliveira. Visit the Church of São Miguel do Castelo, believed to be the baptism site of Portugal's first king, and hike Penha Mountain for breathtaking views.

Spending 2 to 3 days in Guimarães is ideal to explore its historical sites, such as the Guimarães Castle and the Palace of the Dukes of Braganza, as well as to enjoy its charming streets and local cuisine.