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Museo de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves
Contemporary art museum in the Serralves grounds, known for major exhibitions, modern architecture, and a large park for walking.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
14 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Porto will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lisbon for Porto every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 428 km distance in an average of 14 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 428 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Porto coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:15 Lisbon | 14h05 | 3:20 Porto | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Porto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 12:15, the last at 12:15. The fastest coach covers the 428 km distance in 14h 5m.
Distance 428 km |
Average bus duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 5m |
First bus 12:15 |
Last bus 12:15 |
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Contemporary art museum in the Serralves grounds, known for major exhibitions, modern architecture, and a large park for walking.
Leading photography centre in a converted prison, hosting exhibitions, archives, and events in a distinctive historic building.
House museum and art collection in an elegant residence with decorative arts, paintings, and a landscaped garden by the Douro.
Historic riverside quarter with colourful houses, terraces, and lively promenades. A classic base for walking, views, and boat watching.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, lined with grand buildings, hotels, and monuments. A practical and scenic walking route.
Popular hilltop lookout with broad views over Porto, the cathedral area, and the Douro. Especially attractive at sunset.
Pulpo a feira is boiled octopus with olive oil, paprika and salt, a Galician classic widely eaten in Porto for its strong regional tradition and simple flavour.
Empanada gallega is a baked savoury pie, often filled with tuna, cod or meat, and is a staple festive and everyday food across Galicia.
Caldo gallego is a hearty soup of grelos, potatoes and beans, traditionally enriched with pork, making it a comforting regional classic.
Traditional seafood restaurant known for shellfish, fish and Galician classics in a polished but relaxed setting by the harbour.
Well-known local restaurant serving grilled meats, fish and regional dishes in a casual, dependable setting popular with residents.
Casual venue for tapas, seafood and Galician staples, suitable for trying regional plates in an informal atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while public transport and coffee are good value.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Catching a coach from Lisbon to Porto is an excellent way to reach Portugal's second-largest city. On weekdays and weekends alike, travellers can choose from 38-40 direct services. Buses leave roughly every half an hour throughout the week, and journeys should take around 3 hours 20 minutes in most cases.
There are two major operators on the Lisbon to Porto bus route: Renex and Rede Expressos. Renex coaches tend to depart from the Gare do Oriente, while Rede Expressos uses the Gare Rodoviária Sete Rios.
Buses from Lisbon to Porto will take between 3 hours 15 minutes and 4 hours 25 minutes to reach their destination. It's also worth noting that Renex services tend to be slightly faster than those offered by Rede Expressos, so travellers should double check that they have booked the fastest possible journey.
The route between Lisbon and Porto is one of the busiest in Portugal and passengers can count on finding convenient departure times whenever they need to depart. Every day, there are 38-40 direct buses, with no changes required along the way.
Departure coach station: There are two main departure points in Lisbon. Renex buses usually leave from Gare do Oriente, the capital's main railway terminus. The station has a direct Metro connection to central Lisbon and it shouldn't take more than 10-15 minutes to reach buses. Alternatively, Rede Expressos buses tend to leave from the Gare Rodoviária Sete Rios in northern Lisbon. To get there, simply take the Metro to Jardim Zoológico. Journeys from the centre of town should take around 15 minutes.
Arrival coach station: All buses from Lisbon to Porto will arrive at the Campo 24 de Agosto bus station. The bus station is around 1 mile from the city centre but as it has its own Metro station, reaching central hotels and attractions isn't difficult. There's also a cafe, ATM, and basic customer amenities to make arrivals as hassle-free as possible.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Porto buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Puebla de Sanabria, N-525 (Meson Sanabria) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
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