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Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves
Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a flight costs an average of £486.
Distance: 253 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £486 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto costing on average £10.
A train is £482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto costing on average £486.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 28m.
Coach takes on average 3h 28m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 3h 28m versus 2h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Rede Expressos.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 Alverca Do Ribatejo | 3h35 | 15:35 Porto | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Alverca Do Ribatejo | 3h15 | 1:15 Porto | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto run on average 157 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 151 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 157 |
Direct buses 151 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
Historic prison building showing Portuguese photography from the nineteenth century onwards. Admission is normally free.
Museum on Portuguese discoveries and maritime trade with full-scale scenes and interactive displays, suitable for families and first-time visitors.
Steep medieval quarter by the Douro with colourful houses, river views and lively lanes. Ideal for walking and classic Porto atmosphere.
Terraced riverside garden with one of Porto’s best skyline viewpoints. Popular at sunset and easy to combine with the upper bridge walk.
Large urban park leading to the Atlantic coast. Excellent for walks, cycling, birdlife and a break from the busy historic centre.
Porto’s iconic sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, usually served with chips.
A slow-cooked tripe and white bean stew with pork, sausages and vegetables, strongly linked to Porto’s historic working-class cooking.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato, then topped with cheese. Bacalhau dishes are central to Portuguese tradition and widely loved in Porto.
Historic riverside restaurant known for roast meats, game and old-school Porto cooking in a characterful dining room.
Elegant contemporary restaurant serving refined Portuguese dishes and tasting menus in a calm central setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant by the coast, popular for grilled fish, shellfish and a relaxed Matosinhos atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe; rooms, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or many other major European city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés often just round up. Taxis are usually rounded up to the nearest euro.
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Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã -> Trindade, Porto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alverca Do Ribatejo to Porto buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro. Use this guide to compare Alverca Do Ribatejo and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
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