Faro to Porto train with Comboios De Portugal

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Faro to Porto

Showing times and prices for 17 May

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

5 h 48 m

Average duration

6 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

463 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faro to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Faro to Porto will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Faro for Porto every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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 674 · IC 529

18:156h58

Faro station

01:13Porto - Campanhã

£471One-way

1 change

IC 670 · AP 125

08:226h26

Faro station

14:48Porto - Campanhã

£541One-way

1 change

IC 672 · AP 137

14:156h33

Faro station

20:48Porto - Campanhã

£541One-way

1 change

AP 186

16:005h48

Faro station

21:48Porto - Campanhã

£581One-way

0 changes

AP 182

07:005h48

Faro station

12:48Porto - Campanhã

£581One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Faro to Porto

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Faro to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Coach
£41 Average Price	£101 Average Price	£26 Average Price Cheapest
7h 29m average duration Fastest 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 8m average duration 7h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	8h 43m average duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Faro to Porto train times

Showing trains for today, Friday 16 May

Last updated at 13:55

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
AP 186	15:00 Faro station	5h48	20:48 Porto - Campanhã	0 changesdirect
IC 674 · IC 529	17:15 Faro station	6h58	00:13 Porto - Campanhã	1 change
Saturday 17 May
AP 182	06:00 Faro station	5h48	11:48 Porto - Campanhã	0 changesdirect
IC 670 · AP 125	07:22 Faro station	6h26	13:48 Porto - Campanhã	1 change
IC 672 · AP 137	13:15 Faro station	6h33	19:48 Porto - Campanhã	1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Faro to Porto?

The best time to book your train from Faro to Porto is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Faro to Porto route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Faro to Porto per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Faro to Porto.

Trains

from £25

Coaches

from £20

Flights

from £104

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Faro to Porto

Portugal

Trains from Faro to Porto run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £15

Distance

463 km

Average train duration

6h 59m

Cheapest ticket price

£21

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 58m

First train

00:27

Last train

23:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £15

Train companies: Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains Faro to Porto

Find the best trains to Porto from Faro with Omio's travel partners Comboios De Portugal, Alfa Pendular and Intercidades from £27. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Comboios Portugal (CP) is the main train company in Portugal operating medium and long-distance train services operating across Portugal. CP train types include International (IN) which connect Portugal with Spain and France; Alfa Pendular (AP) operating high-speed trains up to 220 km/h between Porto, Lisbon and Faro; Intercidades, long-distance trains operating up to 200km/h; Inter-Regional (IR), which offer medium distance services; and Regional, CP's local services. There are two types of fares available for CP trains: Promo (booked 5-60 days in advance and non-refundable) and Normal (refundable for a fee) available for both 1st and 2nd class tickets. Take a train with CP from Faro to Porto.

Comboios De Portugal from Faro to Porto train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: £53
Comboios De Portugal frequency: 1 a day

Alfa Pendular offers high-speed train services connecting major cities in Portugal and is operated by Comboios de Portugal (CP). Alfa Pendular trains run from Faro to Porto with premium express trains reaching speeds of up to 220km/h. They offer a Tourist or standard ticket type with comfortable seats and a Conforto (Comfort) ticket type with more spacious seating. CP's Alfa Pendular trains are an excellent option for your train travel between major Portuguese cities like Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra and Braga.

Comboios de Portugal's Intercidades are intercity train services connecting different regions in Portugal including between Faro to Porto. Intecidades trains offer convenient and efficient train travel between major cities in Portugal like Lisbon, Porto & Faro at up top 200km/h. Which is a little slower than the Alfa Penduar services but are often more economical. They offer amenities like comfortable seating, catering onboard, Wi-Fi and they are accessible. Tourist tickets offer the previously mentioned amenities, whilst the Comfort tickets have extra leg room.

Intercidades from Faro to Porto train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 8 min
Cheapest Price: £27

FAQs: Faro to Porto train

FAQs: Travel by train from Faro to Porto easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Faro to Porto.

Cheap train tickets from Faro to Porto can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Faro to Porto is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Faro to Porto train time is 6 h 43 min covering the 286 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Faro to Porto leaves at 00: 27. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Faro to Porto leaves at 23: 40.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Faro to Porto without having to change trains with Comboios De Portugal. There are 2 direct trains from Faro to Porto each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Porto. Take the fast train with Intercidades from Faro to Porto.

Take the Faro to Porto train with Comboios De Portugal or Intercidades. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Faro to Porto as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 40.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Faro, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Porto - Campanhã, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Faro to Porto is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Porto from Faro including taking a train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Faro and Porto

Faro

Porto

The major train station for departures in Faro is Faro. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Faro for your trip from Faro to Porto.

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