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Museu Diocesano de Santarém
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£8
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£12
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
2 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
2 h 29 m
Trains on 16 Oct
19
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Santarém will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 19 trains from Porto to Santarém, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
R 3400
R 4674 · R 4516 · R 4436 · U 15737
IC 510 · U 15708 · R 4656
IC 512 · R 4668 · U 15728
R 4678 · IC 514 · U 15744
AP 126
IC 528
IC 520
IC 722
IC 620Trains from Porto to Santarém run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 213 km distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 213 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Santarém 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4674 · R 4516 · R 4436 · U 15737 | 15:10 Porto - Campanhã | 5h56 | 21:06 Santarém station | 3 changes | |
AP 124 · R 4516 · R 4436 | 16:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h26 | 21:06 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
AP 126 | 17:40 Porto - Campanhã | 2h17 | 19:57 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 620 | 17:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 20:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
U 15744 · R 4678 · IC 514 | 17:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h58 | 21:48 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
IC 514 · AP 134 | 18:40 Porto - Campanhã | 3h08 | 21:48 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 528 | 19:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 22:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
R 3400 | 1:08 Porto - Campanhã | 3h31 | 4:39 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 180 · R 4504 · R 4412 | 5:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h27 | 10:07 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
IC 520 | 6:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 9:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4656 · IC 510 · U 15708 | 6:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h58 | 10:48 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
AP 128 · IC 510 | 7:40 Porto - Campanhã | 3h08 | 10:48 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 730 | 8:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 11:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 720 | 10:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 13:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 122 · R 4510 · R 4426 | 11:40 Porto - Campanhã | 4h26 | 16:06 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
IC 524 | 12:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 15:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4668 · IC 512 · U 15728 | 12:50 Porto - Campanhã | 3h28 | 16:18 Santarém station | 2 changes | |
AP 132 · IC 512 | 13:40 Porto - Campanhã | 2h38 | 16:18 Santarém station | 1 change | |
IC 722 | 14:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h32 | 17:17 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Santarém — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santarém trip today.
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Museum inside the old church of São João de Alporão, displaying archaeological finds and stonework. Ideal for understanding the city’s medieval past.
Small contemporary art venue in the former market complex. Visit for changing exhibitions and a fresh cultural counterpoint to the old town.
Hilltop garden on the old castle site with sweeping river-plain views. It is the city’s signature promenade and the best place for sunset.
The historic main square, framed by civic buildings and cafés. A practical starting point for walks and a good place to absorb local daily life.
Historic riverside district below the upper town, associated with old river trade. Worth exploring for a more local feel and different city perspective.
A rich pork and bean stew with cabbage, sausages and cured meats. A Ribatejo staple that reflects the region’s rural farming traditions.
Bread soup with poached eggs, garlic, coriander and olive oil, often enriched with cod or pork. Traditional comfort food widely eaten in Ribatejo.
Fresh river eel, usually fried or stewed. It is closely tied to the Tagus and the wetlands around Santarém, making it a classic local speciality.
Refined dining in a historic building, serving polished Portuguese cuisine and regional wines in an elegant atmosphere for a longer meal.
Traditional restaurant known for Ribatejo cooking, grilled meats and regional dishes in a relaxed local setting near the historic centre.
Well-known house for hearty Portuguese classics, especially stone soup and regional fare, with a casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Portugal: stays, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or Porto, but tourist-season rates can lift hotel and dining costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are usually rounded up modestly.
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Santarém Station -> Jardim da Liberdade, Santarém
The most popular day trips by train from Santarém are Lisbon, Entroncamento, Tomar, Abrantes and Coimbra. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Santarém on Omio.

Lisbon is Portugal’s hilly Atlantic capital, known for tiled streets, yellow trams and views from Alfama. Maritime history, fado and a lively café culture give the city a relaxed but distinctive character.
There are 67 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 32m.

Entroncamento is a modern town in central Portugal known for its railway heritage and the National Railway Museum. Its orderly streets and residential feel set it apart from older Portuguese towns, with Ribatejo landscapes close by.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 17m.

Tomar is best known for the Convent of Christ and its deep links to the Knights Templar. Set on the River Nabão, it combines medieval streets, religious heritage and a relaxed small-city atmosphere.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 38m.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 41m.

Coimbra is best known for its ancient university and strong student traditions. Set above the Mondego, it blends medieval streets, historic churches and a thoughtful, lived-in atmosphere.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 11m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Santarém 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 Santarém, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto to Santarém trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Santarem station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Santarém 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.
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
Santarem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.
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