
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Pontevedra to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 143 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pontevedra to Porto:
A coach is £0.88 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pontevedra to Porto costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £8. The journey takes 2h 54m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Pontevedra to Porto run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 143 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 143 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 22:13 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontevedra to Porto 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 Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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