
Day trip from Porto 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.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £92, while a flight costs an average of £371.
Distance: 878 km
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£371 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest | £253 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 23m Average total duration 19h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare the available ways to get from Nantes to Porto, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Porto:
A coach is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Porto costing on average £371.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 23m.
You'll arrive about 9h 3m sooner (4h 6m by flight vs 13h 9m by car). Tickets start at around £371 compared to roughly £253 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Porto from Nantes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Nantes to Porto is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Porto are Braga, Guimarães, Aveiro, Viana do Castelo and Coimbra. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Porto 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.

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.

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.
Travel to Porto 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 Nantes to Porto.

This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Porto:
A coach is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Porto costing on average £371.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 23m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Porto as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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