- Recommended
Museu D. Diogo de Sousa
Archaeology museum beside the cathedral, with Roman, medieval and early Christian finds that trace Braga’s development over many centuries.
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
59 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 6 buses that leave Vila Nova de Gaia for Braga every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 49 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga coaches for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 7:55 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 9:40 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 11:10 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h45 | 11:00 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 11:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 12:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 12:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 12:40 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 12:25 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 12:25 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h45 | 12:45 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 13:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 13:40 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 13:55 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 14:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 14:55 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 14:55 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 15:00 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 15:10 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 16:00 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 16:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
13 · 40 | 16:15 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 2h30 | 18:45 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 17:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 17:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 18:10 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 18:00 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 18:25 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 19:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 19:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 19:45 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h45 | 19:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
13+ 78 | 19:15 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 1h20 | 20:35 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 21:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 21:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 22:10 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:05 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 22:05 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 22:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 22:25 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 23:00 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 22:55 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:20 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h55 | 23:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h10 | 23:40 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 1h00 | 23:30 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0h45 | 0:15 Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga run on average 61 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 60 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 45m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 61 |
Direct buses 60 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Braga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Braga trip today.
Archaeology museum beside the cathedral, with Roman, medieval and early Christian finds that trace Braga’s development over many centuries.
Museum inside the cathedral complex showing sacred art, manuscripts and liturgical objects. A strong choice for learning about Braga’s church history.
Museum dedicated to Biscainhos Palace interiors, decorative arts and period rooms. Visit for a glimpse of aristocratic life in old Braga.
Braga’s main square, framed by historic buildings and churches. It is a practical base for walking, people-watching and seeing the city centre.
Formal garden beside the former archbishop’s palace, with fountains, flowerbeds and shady paths. Ideal for a central pause between sights.
Elegant pedestrian street lined with historic façades, shops and cultural venues. A pleasant route linking major sights in the old centre.
Roast kid goat slowly cooked in a wood oven, usually with potatoes and rice. A festive Minho speciality closely linked to family Sunday and holiday meals.
Minho-style cod baked or roasted with potatoes, onions and olive oil. Bacalhau is central to Portuguese cooking and this regional version is especially popular in Braga.
Rich rice cooked with duck, chouriço and often baked to finish. A classic northern Portuguese comfort dish served at gatherings and traditional restaurants.
Contemporary restaurant offering refined Portuguese cooking and tasting menus in an elegant, modern setting suitable for a longer dinner.
Casual, popular spot for Braga-style francesinha and other hearty Portuguese comfort food, with a lively atmosphere and generous portions.
Traditional Minho restaurant known for roast kid, cod and regional sweets in a polished but classic setting near the historic centre.
Budget-friendly for Western Europe; hotels, meals and local buses usually cost less than in Lisbon or Porto, making Braga good value for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés and taxis, small change or rounding up is usual, not expected.
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Central de Camionagem -> Avenida da Liberdade, Braga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga 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 Braga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vila Nova de Gaia to Braga buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Braga, Central de Camionagem station pair. Use this guide to compare Vila Nova de Gaia and Braga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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