How to get to Porto

Planning a trip to Porto? But you don't know how to get there? Vivanoda helps you organise your trip to Porto by letting you search and compare the best offers for train, coach and flight.

By train to Porto

The train is an economical and ecological way to reach Porto. It allows you to easily arrive in the centre of Porto and enjoy the sights.

By coach to Porto

The long-distance coach is an extremely economical means of transport for a stay in Porto. On the other hand, travelling by coach to Porto is much slower than travelling by train or plane.

Flights to Porto

Flying is the fastest way to get to Porto. However, you have to add the time it takes to reach the airport, which is outside the centre of Porto. The prices of flights to Porto are also often attractive.

Transportation to Porto in figures

Country
Portugal
Number of airlines serving Porto
26
Number of stations or airports in Porto
1 airports
4 stations
4 coach stations
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Why search for tickets to travel to Porto with Vivanoda?

When planning a trip to Porto, it is important to choose your mode of transport based on your needs, budget, time and comfort. Whether you travel by train, coach or flight, your choice of transport can have a significant impact on the price and quality of your trip to Porto. This is why it is important to use a transport and price comparison tool to buy a ticket to Porto.

Vivanoda is a handy tool that allows you to quickly find the best travel options to Porto in terms of price, time and quality. With Vivanoda you can compare the various train, coach and flight tickets available for your trip to Porto. This way you can find the cheapest and most suitable options for your needs.

The most popular routes to Porto

We present the most popular routes to Porto from all major European cities, whether by train, coach or flight. Whether you want to find the cheapest flight to Porto, the fastest train or the most comfortable coach, we have gathered all the information you need to plan your trip to Porto with confidence.

Whether you are travelling from London, Bristol, Birmingham, Lisbon, Madrid or Braga or another major European city, we compare the different modes of transport to help you choose the best option to get to Porto. You will find information on the most popular routes, transport companies, travel times, ticket prices and tips for safe and comfortable travel. We have also included tips on how to save money and find the best fares to Porto. Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for the ultimate in comfort, you will find all the options to plan your trip to Porto with confidence.

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Travel to Porto by train

Where are the train stations in Porto?

To reach Porto by train, choose from 4 stations, including Porto-Campanhã, Porto-São Bento, Contumil and General Torres.

Porto-Campanhã
Station located 1.3 mi from the centre of Porto
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Porto-São Bento
Station located 0.3 mi from the centre of Porto
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Contumil
Station located 2.3 mi from the centre of Porto
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General Torres
Station located 1.1 mi from the centre of Porto
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Travel to Porto by coach

Tips to find a cheaper coach ticket to Porto

While coach travel in itself is an inexpensive way to get to Porto, there are always ways to save even more.

Make a comprehensive price comparison of coaches to Porto
With Vivanoda, you can view, filter and select all offers from FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Royal Express by Scotturb, ALSA and Eurolines in one search. Whether you are travelling from Lisbon, Madrid, Braga, Viana do Castelo, Coimbra or London, this makes it easier for you to find the ones that best meet your criteria in terms of price, time and duration.
Look out for FlixBus, Rede Expressos and Royal Express by Scotturb promotions
FlixBus, Rede Expressos and Royal Express by Scotturb regularly offer special deals and discounts, which can be a good opportunity to reduce your budget for Porto.
Flexibility on dates: an asset for your coach trip to Porto
If you leave some slack in the date of your trip to Porto, you increase your chances of getting a better fare with Blablabus, Eurolines, ALSA, Royal Express by Scotturb and Rede Expressos, especially by avoiding peak periods.

Where are the coach stations in Porto?

Here is the list of 4 coach stations (or bus stops) serving the city of Porto.

Porto
Coach station 0.8 mi from Porto
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Porto - Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque
Coach station 1.1 mi from Porto
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Porto - Aeroporto - Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport
Coach station 7.3 mi from Porto
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Garagem Atlântico - R. de Alexandre Herculano
Coach station 0.5 mi from Porto
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Fly to Porto

Some tips for cheap flights to Porto

To optimise your chances of finding a flight to Porto with the best value for money, there are a few rules to follow. We remind you of them here.

Choose certain days for your plane departure
Avoid travelling to Porto on busy days such as weekends. Flights to Porto are often much cheaper during the week, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Prefer to travel with low-cost airlines
By choosing low-cost airlines, you are more likely to get a cheap flight to Porto. Be careful though, as these airlines often fly to secondary airports that are much less accessible from the centre of Porto.
If you book your flight to Porto several months in advance, you often get the best prices
The longer you wait to book your flight to Porto, the higher the prices are likely to be. Therefore, it is best to plan your stay in Porto well in advance.

Where are the airports in Porto?

To get to Porto by plane, arrive at Porto-Francisco Sá-Carneiro airport.

Porto-Francisco Sá-Carneiro
Airport is 6.9 mi from Porto
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When to visit Porto?

The best time to visit Portugal is generally from May to September. During these months, the country enjoys pleasant temperatures, with an average of 25 to 30 degrees Celsius in the hottest months (July and August). The days are sunny, ideal for enjoying the country's many magnificent beaches, such as the Algarve in the south.

In autumn, from October to November, Portugal is also an attractive destination. Temperatures start to drop slightly, but are still mild, averaging between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. This is an excellent time to explore the cities, visit the vineyards and discover Portugal's rich gastronomy.

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