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 bus, with an average ticket price of $223 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 51m. 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 bus costs an average of $223, while a flight costs an average of $587.

Distance: 901 miles (1451 km)

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$587

Average price

$223

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$281

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6h 51m

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4h 51m

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38h 13m

Average total duration

37h 43m

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23h 47m

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4.4 - 8.7kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.6kg

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Compare ways to travel from Manchester to Porto

Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Porto, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is a bus with an average price of $223.

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

A bus is $365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Porto costing on average $587.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 38h 13m.

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. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 18h 56m sooner (4h 51m by flight vs 23h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $587 compared to roughly $281 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Manchester to Porto

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

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

  • RyanairFR 1175
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 1175
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Jet2.comLS981
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3 transfers
  • IberiaIB988 · IB549
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1311 · TP1932
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1311 · TP1934
    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.

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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 bus with an average price of $223.

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

A bus is $365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Porto costing on average $587.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Porto is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 38h 13m.

The distance from Manchester to Porto is approximately 901 miles (1451 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Porto is:
  • Around 70 flights per day.
  • Around 7 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, Princess Road / Moss Lane East 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 Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, TAP Portugal, BA Euroflyer, Air France, Vueling, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Luxair, Ryanair, easyJet, Indigo Airlines, Jet2.com, Transavia France, Eurowings, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Iberia Express, Edelweiss Air to go to Porto by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Porto:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com.
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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