The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Guimarães
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€15
Fastest journey on Sep 18
57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 6 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Guimarães is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Guimarães will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Porto to Guimarães, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.
IC 6212:45 PM0h57Porto - Campanhã3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães€141One-way0 transfers
IC 731 · U 151818:53 PM2h42Porto - Campanhã11:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães€161One-way1 transfer
IC 731 · U 151818:53 PM2h38Porto - Campanhã11:31 PMCovas Halt€161One-way1 transfer
IC 6212:45 PM0h57Porto - Campanhã3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães€141One-way0 transfers
IC 731 · U 151818:53 PM2h38Porto - Campanhã11:31 PMCovas Halt€161One-way1 transfer
IC 731 · U 151818:53 PM2h42Porto - Campanhã11:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães€161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Porto to Guimarães
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Guimarães among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €3 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, while a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 42 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Guimarães:
A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Guimarães costing on average €14.
Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 1m.
Live departures
Porto to Guimarães train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Guimarães trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 621 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 0h57 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 731 · U 15181 | 8:53 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h38 | 11:31 PM Covas Halt | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 · U 15181 | 8:53 PM Porto - Campanhã | 2h42 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Guimarães
Trains from Porto to Guimarães run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 57m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 9:00 AM |
Last train 8:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Porto to Guimarães
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Guimarães 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 Guimarães, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Porto to Guimarães
Most Porto to Guimarães trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Guimarães station pair, with some services arriving at Covas. Use this guide to compare Porto and Guimarães train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do trains to Guimarães leave from?
Getting to Porto - Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Getting to Porto - Sao Bento from Porto city centre
Porto - Sao Bento train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
Which Guimarães station do trains from Porto arrive at?
Getting to Guimarães from Guimarães city centre
Guimarães is 1 km from Guimarães city centre. Public transport options include:
Guimarães train station facilities and services
Guimarães 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Histórico by Papaboa, Solar do Arco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guimarães. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Guimarães. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guimarães: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guimarães: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guimarães: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Guimarães, Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães, Santa Luzia ArtHotel.
Getting to Covas from Guimarães city centre
Covas is 2 km from Guimarães city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Covas train station facilities and services
Covas has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Covas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Covas.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Covas.
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