- Must visit
Museu da Guarda
Guarda’s main museum occupies the old seminary and presents archaeology, sacred art, painting and regional history in a well-laid-out setting.
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Guarda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Guarda will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Porto to Guarda you need to make at least one change.
R 4670 · R 5403 · U 15732
R 4676 · R 5405 · U 15740
R 4666 · R 5401 · U 15725
U 15712 · R 4658 · IC 511
U 15748 · R 4680 · IC 519
R 5401 · AP 122
U 15712 · R 4658 · IC 511
U 15748 · R 4680 · IC 519
U 15728 · R 4668 · IC 517
IC 524 · IC 517Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Porto to Guarda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 132 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Guarda trains for today, Thursday 30 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 124 · R 4676 · R 5405 | 16:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h17 | 20:57 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
R 4676 · R 5405 · U 15740 | 16:50 Porto - Campanhã | 4h07 | 20:57 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 | 17:45 Porto - Campanhã | 6h48 | 0:33 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
AP 134 · IC 515 | 18:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h04 | 22:44 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 4680 · IC 515 · U 15748 | 18:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h54 | 22:44 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
AP 180 · R 4504 · IC 541 · IC 10541 | 5:40 Porto - Campanhã | 7h53 | 13:33 Guarda station | 3 changes | |
IC 520 · R 481 · IC 10541 | 6:45 Porto - Campanhã | 6h48 | 13:33 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
AP 128 · IC 511 | 7:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h03 | 11:43 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 4658 · IC 511 · R 5682 · U 15712 | 7:50 Porto - Campanhã | 4h02 | 11:52 Barracão-Sabugal | 3 changes | |
R 4658 · IC 511 · U 15712 | 7:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h53 | 11:43 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
IC 720 · R 5401 | 10:45 Porto - Campanhã | 4h44 | 15:29 Guarda station | 1 change | |
IC 720 · IC 543 · IC 10543 | 10:45 Porto - Campanhã | 7h45 | 18:30 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
R 4666 · R 5401 · U 15725 | 11:10 Porto - Campanhã | 4h19 | 15:29 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
AP 122 · R 5401 | 11:40 Porto - Campanhã | 3h49 | 15:29 Guarda station | 1 change | |
IC 524 · IC 517 | 12:45 Porto - Campanhã | 3h59 | 16:44 Guarda station | 1 change | |
R 4668 · IC 517 · R 5684 · U 15728 | 12:50 Porto - Campanhã | 4h58 | 17:48 Barracão-Sabugal | 3 changes | |
R 4668 · IC 517 · U 15728 | 12:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h54 | 16:44 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
R 4670 · R 5403 · U 15732 | 13:50 Porto - Campanhã | 5h17 | 19:07 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
AP 184 · IC 722 · R 5403 | 14:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h27 | 19:07 Guarda station | 2 changes | |
IC 722 · R 5403 | 14:45 Porto - Campanhã | 4h22 | 19:07 Guarda station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Porto to Guarda run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 18:50. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 1:08 |
Last train 18:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Guarda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Guarda trip today.
Guarda’s main museum occupies the old seminary and presents archaeology, sacred art, painting and regional history in a well-laid-out setting.
A small museum in the cathedral complex displaying religious art, liturgical objects and pieces linked to the history of the diocese.
Contemporary exhibition venue hosting temporary art shows and cultural programming inside a historic building in the city centre.
Guarda’s compact historic centre rewards walking with granite lanes, old houses, churches and frequent viewpoints over the surrounding landscape.
The city’s principal square is lined with historic buildings and cafés, making it a natural starting point for exploring Guarda’s old centre.
This scenic viewpoint is popular for broad panoramas across Guarda and the surrounding Beira Interior hills, especially in clear weather.
Hearty mountain soup from the Beira Interior, typically made with beans, potatoes, cabbage and cured pork. It is a staple of the cold Serra da Estrela region.
Rustic flatbread from nearby Trancoso, baked with olive oil and often linked to local fairs and family baking traditions in the Guarda area.
A dense rye or mixed-flour bread typical of the Beira Interior. It reflects the region’s highland cereal culture and is commonly served with cheeses and smoked meats.
Well-known casual spot serving Portuguese comfort food, hearty portions and local specialities in an unfussy setting.
Traditional restaurant known for regional Beira dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed local atmosphere near the historic centre.
Established restaurant with a more polished feel, focused on regional cuisine, roast dishes and Portuguese wines.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than Lisbon or Porto, while local buses and everyday coffee remain affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Guarda 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 Guarda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto to Guarda trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Guarda station pair, with some services arriving at Barracão-Sabugal. Use this guide to compare Porto and Guarda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Porto - Sao Bento 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
Guarda is 2 km from Guarda city centre. Public transport options include:
Guarda has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Guarda.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guarda.
Barracão-Sabugal is 3 km from Guarda city centre. Public transport options include:
Barracão-Sabugal has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Barracão-Sabugal.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barracão-Sabugal.
Vila Fernando is 10 km from Guarda city centre. Public transport options include:
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