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Interactive museum inside the bridge’s former toll building, explaining the history and engineering of Porto and Gaia’s emblematic river crossing.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£13
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
27 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
27 m
Trains on 16 Oct
76
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 76 trains from Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia, including 26 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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.
IC 529
IC 529
IC 529 · R 3400
R 3401
R 4607
AP 137
AP 135
AP 133
AP 182
AP 123Trains from Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia run on average 47 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 54 km distance in 27m.
Distance 54 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:34 |
Last train 22:15 |
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The table below shows live departures for Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 621 · U 15937 | 14:06 Aveiro station | 0h59 | 15:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 621 | 14:06 Aveiro station | 0h31 | 14:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 621 · U 15928 | 14:06 Aveiro station | 0h56 | 15:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 125 · U 15937 | 14:15 Aveiro station | 0h50 | 15:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 125 | 14:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 14:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 125 · U 15928 | 14:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 15:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 133 | 16:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 16:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 133 · U 15936 | 16:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 17:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 133 · U 15637 | 16:15 Aveiro station | 1h00 | 17:15 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 523 · U 15944 | 18:06 Aveiro station | 0h56 | 19:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IC 523 · U 15953 | 18:06 Aveiro station | 0h59 | 19:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 523 | 18:06 Aveiro station | 0h31 | 18:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 135 · U 15953 | 18:15 Aveiro station | 0h50 | 19:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 135 · U 15944 | 18:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 19:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 135 | 18:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 18:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 127 | 19:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 19:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 127 · U 15755 | 19:15 Aveiro station | 0h52 | 20:07 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 127 · U 15841 | 19:15 Aveiro station | 0h50 | 20:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 731 · U 15845 | 20:04 Aveiro station | 1h06 | 21:10 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 731 · U 15757 | 20:04 Aveiro station | 1h03 | 21:07 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IC 731 · U 15845 | 20:04 Aveiro station | 1h02 | 21:06 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IC 731 | 20:04 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 20:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 137 | 20:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 20:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 137 · U 15845 | 20:15 Aveiro station | 0h55 | 21:10 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 137 · U 15757 | 20:15 Aveiro station | 0h52 | 21:07 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 186 · U 15655 | 21:15 Aveiro station | 1h15 | 22:30 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 186 · U 15759 | 21:15 Aveiro station | 1h02 | 22:17 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 186 | 21:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 21:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 723 | 22:04 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 22:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 723 · U 15657 | 22:04 Aveiro station | 1h26 | 23:30 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 723 · U 15761 | 22:04 Aveiro station | 1h03 | 23:07 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 129 | 22:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 22:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 129 · U 15761 | 22:15 Aveiro station | 0h52 | 23:07 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 129 · U 15657 | 22:15 Aveiro station | 1h15 | 23:30 General Torres | 1 change | |
R 23401 · R 3400 | 23:59 Aveiro station | 1h16 | 1:15 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
R 23401 | 23:59 Aveiro station | 0h49 | 0:48 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
IC 529 · R 3400 | 0:34 Aveiro station | 0h41 | 1:15 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IC 529 | 0:34 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 1:07 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 529 | 1:04 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 1:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 831 | 8:06 Aveiro station | 0h38 | 8:44 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 831 · U 15904 | 8:06 Aveiro station | 0h56 | 9:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IR 831 · U 15913 | 8:06 Aveiro station | 1h04 | 9:10 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 521 | 9:04 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 9:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 521 · U 15917 | 9:04 Aveiro station | 1h01 | 10:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 521 · U 15908 | 9:04 Aveiro station | 0h58 | 10:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
IC 521 · U 15917 | 9:04 Aveiro station | 0h57 | 10:01 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 131 | 9:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 9:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 131 · U 15908 | 9:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 10:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 131 · U 15917 | 9:15 Aveiro station | 0h50 | 10:05 General Torres | 1 change | |
R 4607 | 9:47 Aveiro station | 0h48 | 10:35 General Torres | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4607 | 9:47 Aveiro station | 0h46 | 10:33 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4607 · U 15912 | 9:47 Aveiro station | 1h15 | 11:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 121 · U 15912 | 10:20 Aveiro station | 0h42 | 11:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 121 · U 15621 | 10:20 Aveiro station | 0h55 | 11:15 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 121 | 10:20 Aveiro station | 0h29 | 10:49 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 123 | 11:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 11:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 123 · U 15916 | 11:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 12:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 123 · U 15623 | 11:15 Aveiro station | 1h00 | 12:15 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 721 | 12:04 Aveiro station | 0h33 | 12:37 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 721 · U 15625 | 12:04 Aveiro station | 1h11 | 13:15 General Torres | 1 change | |
IC 721 · U 15920 | 12:04 Aveiro station | 0h58 | 13:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
AP 182 | 12:15 Aveiro station | 0h27 | 12:42 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 182 · U 15625 | 12:15 Aveiro station | 1h00 | 13:15 General Torres | 1 change | |
AP 182 · U 15920 | 12:15 Aveiro station | 0h47 | 13:02 Coimbrões Halt | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Interactive museum inside the bridge’s former toll building, explaining the history and engineering of Porto and Gaia’s emblematic river crossing.
Contemporary exhibition venue hosting rotating visual arts shows in a restored industrial building near the riverside.
Museum dedicated to the local fishing community, displaying boats, tools and traditions that shaped the maritime life of Afurada.
Gaia’s riverside promenade lined with historic port lodges and terraces, ideal for views across the Douro and easy walks by the water.
Hilltop viewpoint beside the monastery, known for one of the finest panoramas over Porto, the river and the bridge.
Coastal walking area with broad beaches, a boardwalk and sea views, popular for sunsets, exercise and a quieter side of Gaia.
Fortified wine aged in Gaia’s riverside lodges, ranging from ruby to tawny. It is the city’s signature drink and central to local identity and trade history.
Salt cod baked with potatoes, onion, cream and cheese. A comforting classic across Portugal and widely eaten in Gaia’s traditional restaurants.
Francesinha often served with chips and a beer. A rich sandwich of meats, sausage and melted cheese in a spicy tomato-beer sauce, beloved in Greater Porto.
Refined dining in Yeatman wine hotel with Portuguese tasting menus, strong wine focus and panoramic Douro views in an elegant setting.
Historic riverside cellar restaurant known for classic Portuguese dishes and Port wine ambience in one of Gaia’s best-known wine lodges.
Popular traditional restaurant serving generous northern Portuguese dishes, especially grilled meats and local classics, in a warm rustic space.
Moderate for Portugal. Dining and local transport are good value, while tourist-area hotels and wine lodges can cost more than in smaller nearby towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up or leaving small change is usual.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vila Nova de Gaia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia trains use the Aveiro to Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas station pair, with some services arriving at General Torres. Use this guide to compare Aveiro and Vila Nova de Gaia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aveiro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: O Bairro, Restaurante Maré Cheia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aveiro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aveiro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aveiro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aveiro: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aveiro: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moliceiro, Hotel Aveiro Palace, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa.
Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Arco Iris, Restaurante Casa Dias
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Porto Gaia, Mercure Porto Gaia Hotel, The Yeatman.
General Torres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at General Torres.
ATMs are available at General Torres.
Available at General Torres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at General Torres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at General Torres.
Coimbroes is 1 km from Vila Nova de Gaia city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbroes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Coimbroes.
ATMs are available at Coimbroes.
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbroes.
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