- Must visit
Museu Municipal Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso
Main municipal art museum with works by Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso and other artists. Essential for modern art and local cultural history.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Amarante
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Take a train from Porto to Amarante and enjoy the approximately 46 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 22:34.
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.
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Distance 46 km |
First train 6:32 |
Last train 22:34 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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 £3
Complete guide to Amarante
Things to do in Amarante
Discover the best of Amarante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amarante trip today.
- Recommended
Casa de Pascoaes
Museum dedicated to the Portuguese writer Teixeira de Pascoaes in his former home, offering insight into his life, work and rural surroundings.
Museu de Arte Sacra de São Gonçalo
Small museum preserving sacred art and objects linked to the São Gonçalo complex. Useful for understanding the town’s religious traditions.
- Must visit
Largo de São Gonçalo
Central square near the convent and bridge, surrounded by historic buildings. A practical starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
- Recommended
Parque Ribeirinho de Amarante
Riverside promenade and garden area with scenic views of the bridge and convent. Ideal for a relaxed walk and classic photographs of Amarante.
- Recommended
Rua 31 de Janeiro
Historic street in the centre with traditional buildings and easy access to key monuments. Good for absorbing the atmosphere of old Amarante.
- Vegetarian
Doces fálicos de São Gonçalo
A famous Amarante pastry shaped as a phallus, made with sweet dough and sugar syrup. It is tied to local festive traditions and São Gonçalo celebrations.
- Vegetarian
Brisas do Tâmega
Small ring-shaped biscuits from Amarante, traditionally crisp and mildly sweet. They are a long-standing local convent-style treat often bought from town bakeries.
- Gluten-free
Cabrito assado
A rich roast kid dish common in the Amarante area, seasoned and oven-cooked until tender. It is a classic celebratory meal in northern Portugal.
Restaurante Pobre Tolo
Traditional restaurant known for regional Portuguese cooking, especially roast meats and hearty northern dishes, in a relaxed classic setting.
Confeitaria da Ponte
Historic café and restaurant celebrated for Amarante pastries and classic Portuguese fare. Good stop for local desserts in an elegant old-world room.
Restaurante Zé da Calhada
Well-known riverside venue serving traditional Portuguese dishes and local sweets, with a central location and informal atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Portugal. Amarante is usually cheaper than Porto for hotels and dining, with low local transport use and reasonable café and restaurant prices.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are usually rounded up slightly.
FAQs: Porto to Amarante train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Amarante 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 Amarante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Porto to Amarante is 46 km.
The first train from Porto to Amarante leaves at 6:32.
The last train from Porto to Amarante departs at 22:34.
To travel from Porto to Amarante, you can take a coach.
There is no night train service from Porto to Amarante.
The train station in Porto that goes to Amarante is Contumil, and it arrives at Livracao.
The cheapest way to get from Porto to Amarante is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Porto to Amarante in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Porto to Amarante offers scenic views, showcasing picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills, verdant valleys, and charming towns along the route.
To fully experience Amarante, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows time to explore the historic centre, visit the São Gonçalo Church and Convent, enjoy the local cuisine, and take in the scenic views along the Tâmega River.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Porto to Amarante.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Porto and Amarante
Most Porto to Amarante trains use the Contumil to Livracao station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Amarante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Porto
Arrival train stations in Amarante
Which Porto station do trains to Amarante leave from?
Trains from Porto to Amarante leave from Contumil. The station is 4 km from Porto city centre at 4350-251 Porto, Portugal.
Contumil4350-251 Porto, Portugal
City-centre transport
Getting to Contumil from Porto city centre
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe, 15241, 15243, 15245, 15247, 15251, 15423, 15501, 15503, 15515, 15521, 15527, 15533, 15539, 15543, 15549, 15551, 15553, 15237, 15233, 15429, 15227, 15229, 15155, 15159, 15163, 15165, 15167, 15171, 15177, 15183, 15153, 15205, 15201, 15223, 15219, 15217, 15225, 15213, 15209, 15215, 15505, 15431, 15417, 15419, 15421, 15415, 15425, 15427, 15433, 15529, 15511, 15517, 15523, 15535, 15541, 15545, 15413, 15507, 15411, 15169, 15407, 15151, 15161, 15409, 15181, 15203, 15207, 15211, 15175, 15231, 15235, 15239, 15249, 15401, 15403, 15405, 15221, 15179, 15509, 15513, 15519, 15525, 15531, 15537, 15547, 35201, 35401 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus402 · 20m · £3 · every ~8 min
SubwayF · 17m · £0.90
Contumil train station facilities and services
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
Porto - CampanhãR. Pinheiro de Campanhã Largo da Estação, Porto 4300-173, Portugal+351 707 210 220
City-centre transport
Getting to Porto - Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Train853, 865, 869, 871, 877, Re, 15151, 15153, 15155, 15157, 15159, 15161, 15163, 15165, 15167, 15169, 15171, 15173, 15175, 15177, 15179, 15181, 15183, 15201, 15203, 15205, 15207, 15209, 15211, 15213, 15215, 15217, 15219, 15221, 15223, 15225, 15227, 15229, 15231, 15233, 15235, 15237, 15239, 15241, 15243, 15245, 15247, 15249, 15251, 15401, 15403, 15405, 15407, 15409, 15411, 15413, 15415, 15417, 15419, 15421, 15423, 15425, 15427, 15429, 15431, 15433, 15501, 15503, 15505, 15507, 15509, 15511, 15513, 15515, 15517, 15519, 15521, 15523, 15525, 15527, 15529, 15531, 15533, 15535, 15537, 15539, 15541, 15543, 15545, 15547, 15549, 15551, 15553, 15703, 15705, 15707, 15711, 15715, 15719, 15723, 15725, 15727, 15731, 15735, 15737, 15739, 15743, 15747, 15755, 15757, 15759, 15761, 15763, 15765, 15851, 15855, 35201, 35401, 35801 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
Bus207 · 8m · £3 · every ~11 min
9M · 6m · £3 · every ~3 min
Autna · 22m · £0.90
SubwayC, E, Bx, A, B, F · 6m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
Porto - Campanhã train station facilities and services
Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
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