How to travel from Setúbal to Porto

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Setúbal to Porto

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Setúbal to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. 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 €26, while a flight costs an average of €494.

Distance: 182 miles (293 km)

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€37

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€494

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3h 35m

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4h 45m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.9 - 1.8kg

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Compare ways to travel from Setúbal to Porto

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

The cheapest way to travel from Setúbal to Porto is a bus with an average price of €26.

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

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Setúbal to Porto costing on average €37.

A bus is €468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Setúbal to Porto costing on average €494.

The fastest way to travel from Setúbal to Porto is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

Flight takes on average 5h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Setúbal and Porto including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Setúbal to Porto 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 €37 compared to roughly €89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €53. The journey takes 3h 35m versus 3h 18m 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 Setúbal to Porto

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TAP PortugalTP3960
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 692 · IC 621
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 674 · IC 529
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 694 · IC 723
    1 transfer
  • Rede Expressos86+Citi Express60
    1 transfer
  • Rede Expressos86 · 50
    1 transfer
  • Rede Expressos86+Citi Express50
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP1940
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1920
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1932
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Setúbal 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 Setúbal to Porto.

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There are 3 options to travel between Setúbal and Porto including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Setúbal to Porto is a bus with an average price of €26.

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

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Setúbal to Porto costing on average €37.

A bus is €468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Setúbal to Porto costing on average €494.

The fastest way to travel from Setúbal to Porto is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 45m.

Flight takes on average 5h 49m.

The distance from Setúbal to Porto is approximately 182 miles (293 km).
The average frequency per day from Setúbal to Porto is:
  • Around 28 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Setúbal and Porto 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 Setúbal to Porto:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Pinhal Novo station and arrive in Porto - Campanhã.
  • Buses mostly depart from Setúbal, Estrada dos Ciprestes (Estação CP) and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Setúbal to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, Citi Express, FlixBus, Rodonotre to go to Porto by bus.
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Porto by train.
  • Travel with TAP Portugal, British Airways to go to Porto by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Setúbal to Porto with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 9 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
Omio customers who travel from Setúbal 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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