How to travel from Porto to Guimarães

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Compare train and bus for Porto to Guimarães

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Guimarães among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł24, while a train costs an average of zł64.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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zł59

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1h 28m

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1h 22m

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The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Guimarães is a bus with an average price of zł24.

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

A bus is zł39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Guimarães costing on average zł64.

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Guimarães is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Porto and Guimarães including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Porto to Guimarães among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł64 compared to roughly zł59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-4.71. The journey takes 58m versus 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Porto to Guimarães

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM0h50
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    12:00 AMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM0h50
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    12:00 AMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Rede Expressos
    7:55 AM0h35
    Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro
    8:30 AMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł181One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 621
    2:45 PM0h57
    Porto - Campanhã
    3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães
    zł631One-way
    0 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 731 · U 15181
    8:53 PM2h38
    Porto - Campanhã
    11:31 PMCovas Halt
    zł751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 731 · U 15181
    8:53 PM2h42
    Porto - Campanhã
    11:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães
    zł751One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:55 PM1h05
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    9:00 PMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:10 PM1h05
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    11:15 PMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:10 AM1h05
    Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã
    1:15 AMGuimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem)
    zł141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Porto to Guimarães

Travel to Guimarães 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 Porto to Guimarães.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Porto and Guimarães including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Porto to Guimarães is a bus with an average price of zł24.

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

A bus is zł39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Guimarães costing on average zł64.

The fastest way to travel from Porto to Guimarães is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 22m.

Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 28m.

The distance from Porto to Guimarães is approximately 26 miles (42 km).
The average frequency per day from Porto to Guimarães is:
  • Around 39 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Porto to Guimarães:
  • Trains mostly depart from Porto - Campanhã and arrive in Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães.
  • Buses mostly depart from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã and arrive in Guimarães, Alameda Dr. Mariano Felgueiras (Central De Camionagem).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Porto to Guimarães, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Guimarães by train.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Citi Express to go to Guimarães by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Porto to Guimarães with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 37 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Citi Express.
Omio customers who travel from Porto to Guimarães often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, 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.

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