How to travel from Madrid to Porto
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4.6Travel Information to Porto from Madrid
 Distance | 261 miles (421 km) |
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 Available travel modes | Bus or flight |
 Ticket price range | - $62 |
 Cheapest mode | Bus • $14 (€12) • 7 h 35 min |
 Fastest mode | Flight • $62 (€54) • 1 h 10 min |
 Popular travel companies | Alsa, Ryanair or Renfe ALVIA |
Take a bus or flight to travel 261 miles (421 km) between Madrid and Porto. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Alsa, Ryanair or Renfe ALVIA among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Madrid to Porto.
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The best way to travel from Madrid to Porto is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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How to Travel from Madrid to Porto?
There are several ways to travel to Porto from Madrid. You can use a train, bus, or plane, which all offer trips on a daily basis. The air distance between Madrid and Porto is 263 miles, and the road distance is 351 miles.
Which is the Cheapest Way to Get from Madrid to Porto?
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Porto is by taking a direct bus. A direct bus takes around 9 hours and 45 minutes to reach Porto, and buses are available every day. You should note that the ride usually includes ten stops, and the final stop will be at either the Porto Casa de Musica, R. De Alexandre Herculano, or Porto Campo 24 de Agosto. The main operators servicing this route are FlixBus and Eurolines.
What is the Fastest Way to Travel from Madrid to Porto?
The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Porto is by taking a flight. The air distance between these two cities is 263 miles, and the respective airports are accessible via public transportation. The departure airport will be Madrid Airport (MAD), and the plane will arrive into Porto Airport (OPO) after an hour long flight. Factoring in checkin, train trips, subway rides and changes, the entire travel time from the Madrid city center to the Porto city center will total just over four hours.
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Travel from Madrid to Porto by Train
You can travel by train from Madrid to Porto with the Trainline service, but there is no direct train on this route. The trains depart from Sol Station and stop at Chamartin, at which point you will need to transfer. From Chamartin, you will take a train to Vigo Guixar, and from there you will board the final train to Porto. Each of these trains is available at least once every day. With the two changes, it takes total of about 10 hours and 38 minutes to reach Porto from Madrid.
Travel from Madrid to Porto by Bus
Several bus services operate on this route, and the most popular are FlixBus and Eurolines. FlixBus tends to be the most popular operator for this route, since it usually offers the cheapest and fastest options. A bus ride from Madrid to Porto with FlixBus will take roughly 8 hours and 40 minutes. Rides offered by Eurolines can take up to 15 hours. Most of the buses stop at R. De Alexandre Herculano, Porto Campo 24 de Agosto, or Casa da Musica in Porto.
Travel from Madrid to Porto by Plane
Traveling by plane is the best option for people who prefer short travel times, as it takes just over an hour to fly from Madrid to Porto. It is also worth noting that flights on this route can be quite inexpensive, especially if you book your trip early. Some airlines servicing this route include Air Europa, Ryanair, Tap Air Portugal, and Iberia. Flights are available on a daily basis. Travelers should remember that they will need to factor in extra time for trains and subway rides to Madrid Airport (MAD) from the Madrid city center.
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Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains to Porto from Madrid. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.
FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Porto
You can get from Madrid to Porto 2 different ways: bus or flight.
The cheapest way to go to Porto from Madrid is by taking a bus, which costs on average $14 (€12).
This is compared to other ways of getting from Madrid to Porto:
Taking a bus costs $48 (€42) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $62 (€54).
Taking a bus costs () less than taking a train, which costs on average () for the same trip.
The fastest way to get to Porto from Madrid is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 10 min.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes 7 h 35 min on average.
The distance is approximately 261 miles (421 km) from Madrid to Porto.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Porto is:
- 1 bus per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Porto from Madrid as scheduled services by bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Porto:
- Buses mostly leave from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and tend to arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
- Flights mostly leave from Madrid Barajas Airport and tend to arrive in Porto Airport.
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Madrid to Porto:
- You can take a bus from Madrid to Porto with Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Eurolines Switzerland, Alianza Iberica, Movelia or Avanza. Cheap tickets can be found for $14 (€12) with BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to Porto.
- You can travel from Madrid to Porto by flight with Ryanair, Air Europa, Iberia, easyJet, Air Nostrum, TAP Portugal, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, Vueling Airlines, White Airways or Iberia Express. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $62 (€54) with Iberia from Madrid to Porto.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Porto with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct bus per day with Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus.
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Porto as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Madrid and Porto.
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