The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Guimarães
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 3 trains that leave Porto for Guimarães on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
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IC 731 · U 15179
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IC 731 · U 15179Travel 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 prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 42 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€14 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Porto to Guimarães train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Guimarães trains for today, Saturday, December 20. 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 | |
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Overview: Train from Porto to Guimarães
Trains from Porto to Guimarães run on average 3 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 54m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 07:21 |
Last train 21:03 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Porto to Guimarães trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Porto and Guimarães from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Porto - Campanhã, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Porto to Guimarães
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Rua de Bonjóia.
- Restaurante Casa Aleixo
- Restaurante Madureira
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Pestana Palácio do Freixo
- AC Hotel Porto
- Vila Galé Porto
- Hotel Poveira
- Located in the main hall
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Lisbon, Spain, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line A, Line B, Line C, Line E
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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 via Rua da Madeira.
- Restaurante Abadia do Porto
- Café Santiago
- The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Pestana Porto - A Brasileira
- InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas
- Hotel Teatro
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: access to metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 22
- 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 via Rua de Camões.
- Restaurante Histórico by Papaboa
- Solar do Arco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel de Guimarães
- Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães
- Santa Luzia ArtHotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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