How to travel from Manchester to Porto

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Compare bus and flight for Manchester to Porto

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $118 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $118, while a bus costs an average of $205.

Distance: 901 miles (1451 km)

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$118

Average price

Cheapest

$205

Average price

$288

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 27m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

40h 45m

Average total duration

40h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

23h 47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

4.4 - 8.7kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.6kg

CO2 emissions

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

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is a flight with an average price of $118.

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

A flight is $87 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Porto costing on average $205.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 40h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Porto including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Porto among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 20h 20m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 23h 47m by car) and save roughly $170 compared to fuel and tolls ($118 vs $288). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

Travel options
from Manchester to Porto

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM44h25
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    2:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM44h25
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    2:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 1175
    6:10 PM2h30
    Manchester Airport
    8:40 PMPorto Airport
    $2781One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 PM44h45
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    2:25 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1421One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:10 PM41h25
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    7:35 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1421One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM41h40
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    7:35 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    $1421One-way
    3 transfers
  • VuelingVY8749 · VY8482
    9:45 PM16h30
    Manchester Airport
    2:15 PMPorto Airport
    $2031One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1313 · TP1938
    5:55 PM6h45
    Manchester Airport
    12:40 AMPorto Airport
    $2381One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1313 · TP1920
    5:55 PM13h55
    Manchester Airport
    7:50 AMPorto Airport
    $2381One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester 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 Manchester to Porto.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Porto including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is a flight with an average price of $118.

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

A flight is $87 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Porto costing on average $205.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 40h 45m.

The distance from Manchester to Porto is approximately 901 miles (1451 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Porto is:
  • Around 67 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Porto by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com, Lufthansa, Vueling, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Iberia to go to Porto by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Porto:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. 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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