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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a flight costs an average of £373.
Distance: 272 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£25 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £373 Average Price | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia costing on average £25.
A coach is £364 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia costing on average £373.
Other travel options to Vila Nova de Gaia take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 5m.
Flight takes on average 5h 53m.
The journey is about 5m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 1m by car) and roughly £44 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £69). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Vila Nova de Gaia from Lisbon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Vila Nova de Gaia are Braga, Guimarães, Aveiro, Coimbra and Viana do Castelo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Vila Nova de Gaia on Omio.
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.
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.
Aveiro is known for its canals, colourful moliceiro boats and elegant Art Nouveau buildings. Set beside the Ria de Aveiro, it has a calm maritime character shaped by salt, water and nearby beaches.
Coimbra is best known for its ancient university and strong student traditions. Set above the Mondego, it blends medieval streets, historic churches and a thoughtful, lived-in atmosphere.
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.
Travel to Vila Nova de Gaia 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 Vila Nova de Gaia.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia costing on average £25.
A coach is £364 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Vila Nova de Gaia costing on average £373.
Other travel options to Vila Nova de Gaia take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 5m.
Flight takes on average 5h 53m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Vila Nova de Gaia as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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