The cheapest and fastest trains from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Viana do Castelo for Guimarães every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
11:352h56Viana do Castelo14:31Guimarães£71One-way0 changes
12:352h56Viana do Castelo15:31Guimarães£81One-way0 changes
20:083h23Viana do Castelo23:31Guimarães£81One-way0 changes
12:352h56Viana do Castelo15:31Guimarães£81One-way0 changes
11:352h56Viana do Castelo14:31Guimarães£71One-way0 changes
20:083h23Viana do Castelo23:31Guimarães£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Viana do Castelo to Guimarães
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 53 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Viana do Castelo to Guimarães train times
The table below shows live departures for Viana do Castelo to Guimarães trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:35 Viana do Castelo | 2h56 | 14:31 Guimarães | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:35 Viana do Castelo | 2h56 | 15:31 Guimarães | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães
Trains from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 5:09 |
Last train 21:55 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Viana do Castelo and Guimarães from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Viana do Castelo to Guimarães train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viana do Castelo to Guimarães 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 Guimarães, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Viana do Castelo and Guimarães
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Avenida General Humberto Delgado.
- Restaurante O Manel
- Tasquinha da Linda
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rali Viana
- Hotel Flor de Sal
- Pousada Viana do Castelo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rua de Camões.
- Restaurante Histórico by Papaboa
- Solar do Arco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel de Guimarães
- Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães
- Santa Luzia ArtHotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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