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Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves
Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viana do Castelo to Porto 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 Porto will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 30 trains from Viana do Castelo to Porto, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
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Trains from Viana do Castelo to Porto run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 1:15 |
Last train 22:14 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Viana do Castelo to Porto.
The table below shows live departures for Viana do Castelo to Porto trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 3100 · AP 130 | 5:09 Viana do Castelo | 1h29 | 6:38 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3100 · AP 130 | 5:15 Areia-Darque | 1h23 | 6:38 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3000 | 6:34 Areosa | 1h46 | 8:20 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3000 | 6:39 Viana do Castelo | 1h41 | 8:20 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3000 | 6:45 Areia-Darque | 1h35 | 8:20 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 850 | 7:57 Viana do Castelo | 1h18 | 9:15 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 850 | 8:03 Areia-Darque | 1h12 | 9:15 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 852 | 10:03 Viana do Castelo | 1h15 | 11:18 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 852 | 10:09 Areia-Darque | 1h09 | 11:18 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3300 · U 15230 | 12:30 Areosa | 2h10 | 14:40 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3300 · U 15230 | 12:35 Viana do Castelo | 2h05 | 14:40 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3300 · U 15230 | 12:41 Areia-Darque | 1h59 | 14:40 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3200 · IR 854 | 13:44 Areosa | 2h36 | 16:20 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
IR 854 | 15:05 Viana do Castelo | 1h15 | 16:20 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 854 | 15:11 Areia-Darque | 1h09 | 16:20 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3304 · U 15240 | 16:19 Areosa | 2h31 | 18:50 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3304 · AP 134 | 16:19 Areosa | 2h19 | 18:38 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3304 · U 15240 | 16:24 Viana do Castelo | 2h26 | 18:50 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3304 · AP 134 | 16:24 Viana do Castelo | 2h14 | 18:38 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3304 · AP 134 | 16:30 Areia-Darque | 2h08 | 18:38 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3304 · U 15240 | 16:30 Areia-Darque | 2h20 | 18:50 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3106 · U 15244 | 17:45 Viana do Castelo | 2h00 | 19:45 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
R 3106 · U 15244 | 17:51 Areia-Darque | 1h54 | 19:45 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
IR 830 | 18:55 Viana do Castelo | 1h19 | 20:14 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 830 | 19:01 Areia-Darque | 1h13 | 20:14 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3202 · IR 856 | 19:52 Areosa | 2h38 | 22:30 Porto - Campanhã | 1 change | |
IR 856 | 21:08 Viana do Castelo | 1h22 | 22:30 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 856 | 21:14 Areia-Darque | 1h16 | 22:30 Porto - Campanhã | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
Historic prison building showing Portuguese photography from the nineteenth century onwards. Admission is normally free.
Museum on Portuguese discoveries and maritime trade with full-scale scenes and interactive displays, suitable for families and first-time visitors.
Steep medieval quarter by the Douro with colourful houses, river views and lively lanes. Ideal for walking and classic Porto atmosphere.
Terraced riverside garden with one of Porto’s best skyline viewpoints. Popular at sunset and easy to combine with the upper bridge walk.
Large urban park leading to the Atlantic coast. Excellent for walks, cycling, birdlife and a break from the busy historic centre.
Porto’s iconic sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, usually served with chips.
A slow-cooked tripe and white bean stew with pork, sausages and vegetables, strongly linked to Porto’s historic working-class cooking.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato, then topped with cheese. Bacalhau dishes are central to Portuguese tradition and widely loved in Porto.
Historic riverside restaurant known for roast meats, game and old-school Porto cooking in a characterful dining room.
Elegant contemporary restaurant serving refined Portuguese dishes and tasting menus in a calm central setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant by the coast, popular for grilled fish, shellfish and a relaxed Matosinhos atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe; rooms, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or many other major European city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés often just round up. Taxis are usually rounded up to the nearest euro.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viana do Castelo to Porto 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 Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Viana do Castelo to Porto trains use the Viana do Castelo to Porto - Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto - Sao Bento. Use this guide to compare Viana do Castelo and Porto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Viana do Castelo 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 Manel, Tasquinha da Linda
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Viana do Castelo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viana do Castelo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viana do Castelo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viana do Castelo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viana do Castelo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rali Viana, Hotel Flor de Sal, Pousada Viana do Castelo.
Areia-Darque is 2 km from Viana do Castelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Areia-Darque has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Areia-Darque.
ATMs are available at Areia-Darque.
Accessibility facilities are available at Areia-Darque.
Areosa is 3 km from Viana do Castelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Areosa has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Areosa.
Accessibility facilities are available at Areosa.
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.
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