- Must visit
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.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£4
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
1 h 10 m
Buses on 06 Sept
6
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelos to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelos to Porto will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 6 buses from Barcelos to Porto, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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50Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelos to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 43 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelos to Porto:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelos to Porto costing on average £4.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 12m.
Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 1h 12m versus 52m 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 Barcelos to Porto coaches for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:05 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h05 | 7:10 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h55 | 9:05 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
40 · 79 | 8:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h30 | 10:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
40 · 53 | 8:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h45 | 10:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
40+ 19 | 8:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h45 | 10:15 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 1 change | |
40+ 13 | 8:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 2h35 | 11:05 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h05 | 12:10 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
40+ 50 | 13:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h30 | 15:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h05 | 17:35 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos | 1h05 | 22:20 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Barcelos to Porto run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 43 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 1:25 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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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 Barcelos 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 Barcelos to Porto buses use the Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal). Use this guide to compare Barcelos and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria available on site.
Wi-Fi is available at Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos. ATMs are available at Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos.
Available at Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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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