The cheapest and fastest trains from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Vila Real for Viana do Castelo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Vila Real to Viana do Castelo
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 101 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Vila Real to Viana do Castelo train times
The table below shows live departures for Vila Real to Viana do Castelo trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:46 Vila Real | 3h38 | 09:24 Viana do Castelo | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:09 Vila Real | 5h27 | 22:36 Viana do Castelo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo
Trains from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 21:08 |
FAQs: Vila Real to Viana do Castelo train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Real to Viana do Castelo 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 Viana do Castelo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vila Real and Viana do Castelo
- 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
