- 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 18 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 43 m
Buses on 18 Sept
14
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portalegre to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portalegre to Porto will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 14 buses from Portalegre to Porto, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 15 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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80 · 50Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portalegre to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 229 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Portalegre to Porto:
A train is £0.94 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Portalegre to Porto costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 5h 50m versus 3h 5m 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 Rede Expressos, FlixBus.
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 Portalegre to Porto coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 · 10 | 6:00 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h20 | 13:20 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 1 change | |
80 · 10 | 6:00 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h00 | 13:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
88 · 50 | 7:00 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 8h00 | 15:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
80 · 50 | 7:45 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h15 | 15:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
82 · 50 | 8:30 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 8h00 | 16:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
80 · 49 | 10:15 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 6h30 | 16:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
80 · 49 | 14:45 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h15 | 22:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
80 · 49 | 14:45 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h35 | 22:20 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:00 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 6h05 | 21:05 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
82 · 10 | 16:30 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 7h30 | 0:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1 change | |
82 · 11 | 16:30 Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo | 12h05 | 4:35 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 1 change | |
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Buses from Portalegre to Porto run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 18:00. The fastest coach covers the 229 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 229 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 0:50 |
Last bus 18:00 |
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Best time to book 14 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 Portalegre 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 Portalegre to Porto buses use the Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro. Use this guide to compare Portalegre and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo. ATMs are available at Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo.
Ticket office support is available at Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo.
Available at Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Portalegre, Terminal Rodoviário - Rodoviária do Alentejo: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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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