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Museu Municipal de Vila Franca de Xira
Municipal museum focused on local history, river life and Ribatejo traditions. A strong introduction to Vila Franca de Xira and its cultural identity.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 20 Sept
10
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 10 trains from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.
IR 820
IC 524
IC 620
IC 722
IC 528
IC 524
IC 620
IC 722
IC 528
IC 522Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 246 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira costing on average £16.
A coach is £88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira costing on average £94.
Other travel options to Vila Franca de Xira take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 14m.
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £48. The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 38m 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.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Vila Franca de Xira trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 722 | 14:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 17:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 620 | 17:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 20:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 528 | 19:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 22:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
IC 522 | 8:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 11:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 720 | 10:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 13:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 524 | 12:45 Porto - Campanhã | 2h53 | 15:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 516 · AP 132 | 13:40 Porto - Campanhã | 2h58 | 16:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Vila Franca de Xira — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vila Franca de Xira trip today.
Municipal museum focused on local history, river life and Ribatejo traditions. A strong introduction to Vila Franca de Xira and its cultural identity.
Nearby museum in the municipality devoted to neo-realism, with art, archives and exhibitions. It is one of the area’s most important cultural visits.
Exhibition centre dedicated to the neo-realist writer and scholar Alves Redol. Worth visiting for literature, local memory and temporary cultural displays.
Large riverside garden with walking paths, lawns and views over the Tagus. Ideal for a relaxed stroll and one of the town’s most pleasant open spaces.
Tagus waterfront promenade popular for walking, birdwatching and open views. It offers a calm way to experience the river setting of Vila Franca.
Central square framed by civic buildings and everyday town life. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre on foot.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Vila Franca de Xira 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 Vila Franca de Xira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Porto to Vila Franca de Xira trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Vila Franca de Xira station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Vila Franca de Xira 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.
Vila Franca de Xira 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: Restaurante O Forno, Restaurante Taverna do Areal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vila Franca de Xira. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vila Franca de Xira. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vila Franca de Xira: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vila Franca de Xira: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Franca de Xira: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Lezíria Parque Hotel, Hostel DP.
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