Day trip from Barcelos to Braga by train
Why visit Braga for the day?
Braga is known for its churches, religious traditions and youthful university life. Its historic centre feels elegant yet active, with Bom Jesus do Monte overlooking the city.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Lisbon to Barcelos
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Barcelos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £427.
Distance: 317 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £427 Average Price |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos
Compare the available ways to get from Lisbon to Barcelos, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos is a train with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Barcelos:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lisbon to Barcelos costing on average £18.
A train is £411 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Barcelos costing on average £427.
The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.
Other travel options to Barcelos take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 13m.
Flight takes on average 5h 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Barcelos including taking a train, coach and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Lisbon to Barcelos
How to get to Barcelos from Lisbon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus
22:00 4h30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 2:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos £8 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus
22:00 4h30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 2:30 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos £8 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- TP3960
9:25 0h50 Humberto Delgado Airport 10:15 Porto Airport £75 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
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Coach
Flight
- R 4431 · R 3401 · U 15201
19:53 5h41 Lisbon - Oriente 1:34 Nine £21 1 One-way 2 changes - R 4431 · R 3401 · U 15201
19:45 5h49 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia 1:34 Nine £21 1 One-way 2 changes - IC 723
19:39 3h36 Lisbon - Oriente 23:15 Nine £26 1 One-way 0 changes
- FlixBus
11:45 4h25 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 16:10 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos £9 1 One-way 0 changes 
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407:00 5h45 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 12:45 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos £23 1 One-way 1 change- 49+40
11:00 7h00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 18:00 Barcelos, Central Camionagem Barcelos £23 1 One-way 1 change
- TP1932
17:00 1h00 Humberto Delgado Airport 18:00 Porto Airport £75 1 One-way 0 changes - TP1930
16:00 1h00 Humberto Delgado Airport 17:00 Porto Airport £75 1 One-way 0 changes - TP1934
18:00 1h00 Humberto Delgado Airport 19:00 Porto Airport £75 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Barcelos by train
The most popular day trips by train from Barcelos are Braga, Porto, Guimarães and Viana do Castelo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Barcelos on Omio.
Day trip from Barcelos to Porto by train
Why visit Porto for the day?
Porto is known for Port wine, tiled facades and a dramatic setting above the Douro. Its historic streets and strong food culture give the city a character that is both traditional and lively.
Day trip from Barcelos to Guimarães by train
Why visit Guimarães for the day?
Guimarães is known as the birthplace of Portugal, with a medieval centre that gives the city a strong historic identity. Alongside landmarks such as Castelo de Guimarães, its compact streets and lively squares create a youthful but traditional atmosphere.
Day trip from Barcelos to Viana do Castelo by train
Why visit Viana do Castelo for the day?
Viana do Castelo is known for its maritime heritage, handsome historic centre and the Santuário de Santa Luzia above the Lima estuary. The city combines Atlantic beaches with old seafaring traditions, regional festivals and strong Minho character.
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FAQs: Lisbon to Barcelos
Travel to Barcelos easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lisbon to Barcelos.
There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Barcelos including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos is a train with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Barcelos:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lisbon to Barcelos costing on average £18.
A train is £411 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Barcelos costing on average £427.
The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Barcelos is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.
Other travel options to Barcelos take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 13m.
Flight takes on average 5h 42m.
The Lisbon to Barcelos distance is approximately 317 km.
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Barcelos is:
- Around 66 trains per day.
- Around 34 flights per day.
- Around 9 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Barcelos as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Barcelos:
- Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Barcelos.
- Coaches mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Vila Nova de Famalicao, Vila Nova Famalicão.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Barcelos, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with TAP Portugal, Iberia, Vueling, British Airways to go to Barcelos by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Citi Express, Rodonotre to go to Barcelos by coach.
- Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Barcelos by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Barcelos with the following travel companies:
- 9 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
- 4 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
- 13 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Barcelos often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Braga, Porto - Campanhã, Viana do Castelo, Faro. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Barcelos and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lisbon to Barcelos, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Barcelos is usually sufficient to explore its historical sites, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the famous weekly market.
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