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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.
Cheapest price
£125
Average price
£161
Fastest journey
1 d 13 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 33 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1235 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Porto will cost around £161 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £125.
To travel from Bristol to Porto you need to make at least 2 changes.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £43, and a coach costs an average of £88.
Distance: 1235 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£151 Average Price | £100 Average Price Cheapest |
39h 58m Average total duration 39h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Porto coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 39h35 | 7:35 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 38h35 | 10:10 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 42h25 | 14:25 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 40h00 | 19:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 37h10 | 20:10 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Bristol to Porto run on average 3 times per day, taking around 40h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 1235 km distance in 38h 5m.
Distance 1235 km |
Average bus duration 40h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 38h 5m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Discover the best of Porto — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Porto trip today.
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 Bristol 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 Bristol to Porto buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol 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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