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How to get from Santa Maria to Porto?

Are you planning to travel to Porto from Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria to Porto, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Santa Maria and Porto, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Comboios de Portugal CP, Blablabus, FlixBus, Rede Expressos or Air Transat), 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 Santa Maria and Porto, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Santa Maria Porto trip.

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

Santa Maria to Porto bus

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

Santa Maria to Porto train

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

Flights Santa Maria Porto

Many flights connect Santa Maria to Porto every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Porto in record time.

Carpooling Santa Maria Porto

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

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

Travel information for Santa Maria Porto

City of departure
Santa Maria
Portugal
Destination city
Porto
Portugal
Distance
929 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Santa Maria to Porto easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Santa Maria to Porto 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 Santa Maria and Porto 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, Blablabus, FlixBus, Rede Expressos or Air Transat to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Santa Maria and Porto with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Santa Maria and Porto

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Santa Maria to Porto?
On-board services Modern buses between Santa Maria and Porto are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Prices Coach tickets from Santa Maria to Porto are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Porto (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Santa Maria-Porto buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Santa Maria to Porto are usually much slower than trains to Porto to cover the 929 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Santa Maria to Porto?
Environmentally friendly The Santa Maria-Porto train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Accessibility Train stations in Santa Maria or Porto are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Cost Santa Maria Porto train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Santa Maria Porto train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Santa Maria to Porto?
Speed Flying between Santa Maria and Porto is the fastest way to travel the 929 mi between Santa Maria and Porto.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Santa Maria to Porto, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Santa Maria Porto have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Prices Air tickets from Santa Maria to Porto can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Santa Maria to Porto?
Economical Carpooling from Santa Maria to Porto is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Santa Maria to Porto is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Santa Maria to Porto 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 Santa Maria? Where do I arrive in Porto?

Departure airports in Santa Maria

Vila Do Porto
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Porto arrival coach stations

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

Porto-Campanhã
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Porto Arrival Airports

Porto-Francisco Sá-Carneiro
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coach Santa Maria Porto

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

Most carriers allow you to book seats online for an Santa Maria-Porto bus. There is often a charge for this service.

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Santa Maria-Porto coach ticket will incur additional costs.

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

Bus companies Santa Maria Porto

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Rede Expressos
Rede Expressos
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Trains Santa Maria Porto

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Santa Maria to Porto. 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 Santa Maria and Porto.

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

Trains between Santa Maria and Porto are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

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

Train companies from Santa Maria to Porto

Comboios de Portugal CP
Comboios de Portugal CP
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Flights Santa Maria Porto

Airlines Santa Maria Porto

Air Transat
Air Transat
Ryanair
Ryanair
TAP Portugal
TAP Portugal
SATA International
SATA International
SATA - Air Acores
SATA - Air Acores
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Carpool Santa Maria Porto

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

The average cost of a carpool from Santa Maria to Porto 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 Santa Maria to Porto, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Santa Maria and Porto 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.

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling platform Santa Maria Porto

Blablacar
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