How to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €503.

Distance: 185 miles (298 km)

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€34

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Compare ways to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Compare the available ways to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim:

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average €34.

A bus is €482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average €503.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Póvoa de Varzim take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 41m.

Flight takes on average 5h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Póvoa de Varzim including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €64. The journey takes 4h 11m versus 3h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

How to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Rede Expressos
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  • Rede Expressos
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  • TAP PortugalTP1924
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  • Comboios De PortugalIC 723
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  • Comboios De PortugalIC 723
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  • Comboios De PortugalIC 731
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  • Rede Expressos
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  • Rede Expressos
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  • Citi Express50+Rede Expressos49
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1936
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1920
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  • TAP PortugalTP1934
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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Travel to Póvoa de Varzim 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 Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Póvoa de Varzim including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim:

A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average €34.

A bus is €482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average €503.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is by train with an average journey time of 4h 7m.

Other travel options to Póvoa de Varzim take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 41m.

Flight takes on average 5h 37m.

The distance from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is approximately 185 miles (298 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 30 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Nine.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios and arrive in Povoa De Varzim, Central de Camionagem.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Póvoa de Varzim by train.
  • Travel with TAP Portugal, Iberia, Vueling, British Airways to go to Póvoa de Varzim by flight.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, Citi Express, FlixBus to go to Póvoa de Varzim by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 8 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
  • 4 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim often also extend their vacation to go to Viana do Castelo, Porto, Esposende, Lisbon - Oriente, Barcelos. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Póvoa de Varzim and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Póvoa de Varzim to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling visit to Póvoa de Varzim, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its beautiful beaches, historic architecture, local cuisine, and cultural attractions.
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