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How to get from Porto to Guimaraes?

Are you planning to travel to Guimaraes from Porto and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Porto to Guimaraes, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Porto and Guimaraes, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Comboios de Portugal CP, Blablacar, Rede Expressos or FlixBus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Porto and Guimaraes, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Porto Guimaraes trip.

For your trip from Porto to Guimaraes, you have several transport options

Porto to Guimaraes bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Porto to Guimaraes, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Porto to Guimaraes train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Porto Guimaraes train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Porto Guimaraes

Carpooling between Porto and Guimaraes is perfect if you want to travel to Guimaraes in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Porto or Guimaraes.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Porto to Guimaraes transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Porto Guimaraes

City of departure
Porto
Portugal
Destination city
Guimaraes
Portugal
Distance
26 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by coach, train and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Porto to Guimaraes easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Porto to Guimaraes easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Porto and Guimaraes that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Comboios de Portugal CP, Blablacar, Rede Expressos or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Porto and Guimaraes with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Porto and Guimaraes

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Porto to Guimaraes?
Prices Coach tickets from Porto to Guimaraes are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Guimaraes (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Porto and Guimaraes, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Porto-Guimaraes buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Porto to Guimaraes are usually much slower than trains to Guimaraes to cover the 26 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Porto to Guimaraes?
Accessibility Train stations in Porto or Guimaraes are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Comfort Trains between Porto and Guimaraes generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Cost Porto Guimaraes train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Porto Guimaraes train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Porto to Guimaraes?
Economical Carpooling from Porto to Guimaraes is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Porto to Guimaraes is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Porto to Guimaraes can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.

Where to start from in Porto? Where do I arrive in Guimaraes?

Porto departure bus stations

Porto
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Porto - Aeroporto - Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport
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Garagem Atlântico - R. de Alexandre Herculano
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Porto Departure Stations

Porto-Campanhã
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Porto-São Bento
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Contumil
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Guimaraes arrival coach stations

Guimaraes
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Guimaraes Arrival Stations

Guimarães
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Covas
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coach Porto Guimaraes

Most buses between Porto and Guimaraes are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The frequency of departures to Porto from Guimaraes varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Guimaraes, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Porto-Guimaraes bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Buses between Porto and Guimaraes usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Porto Guimaraes

Rede Expressos
Rede Expressos
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Porto Guimaraes

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Porto to Guimaraes. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Porto and Guimaraes.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Porto to Guimaraes at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Porto to Guimaraes, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train tickets from Porto to Guimaraes can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Porto to Guimaraes

Comboios de Portugal CP
Comboios de Portugal CP
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Carpool Porto Guimaraes

The duration of a carpool trip between Porto and Guimaraes also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

The average cost of a carpool from Porto to Guimaraes depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Porto to Guimaraes, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Porto and Guimaraes, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Porto to Guimaraes depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling platform Porto Guimaraes

Blablacar
Blablacar
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