- 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 19 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
3 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
3 h 36 m
Buses on 19 Sept
8
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vilar Formoso to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilar Formoso to Porto will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 8 buses from Vilar Formoso to Porto, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 59 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vilar Formoso to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 161 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vilar Formoso to Porto:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilar Formoso to Porto costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Vilar Formoso to Porto coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 3:00 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 3h14 | 6:14 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 3:00 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 3h35 | 6:35 Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 3h24 | 16:54 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 4h15 | 17:45 Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:50 Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo | 3h50 | 17:40 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:15 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 4h44 | 23:59 Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:15 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 4h14 | 23:29 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:15 Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) | 3h59 | 23:14 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Vilar Formoso to Porto run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 161 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 161 km |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 14m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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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 Vilar Formoso 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 Vilar Formoso to Porto buses use the Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro). Use this guide to compare Vilar Formoso and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant Turismo available for meals.
Wi-Fi is available at Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo). ATMs are available at Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo).
Ticket office support is available at Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo).
Available at Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilar Formoso, IP5 (Restaurante Turismo): Accessibility facilities not available.
Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo. ATMs are available at Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo.
Ticket office support is available at Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo.
Available at Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilar Formoso, Novo Parque Posto de Turismo: Wheelchair accessible entrances available.
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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