The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Loule
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Loule is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Loule will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 7 trains that leave Porto for Loule on Mon, Aug 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 449 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 45 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.
R 4668 · IC 512 · IC 574 · U 1572812:50 PM9h00Porto - Campanhã9:50 PMLoule€451One-way3 transfers
IC 730 · IC 5728:45 AM8h40Porto - Campanhã5:25 PMLoule€471One-way1 transfer
IC 722 · IC 5742:45 PM7h05Porto - Campanhã9:50 PMLoule€471One-way1 transfer
IC 572 · AP 1209:40 AM7h45Porto - Campanhã5:25 PMLoule€561One-way1 transfer
IC 570 · AP 1306:40 AM6h40Porto - Campanhã1:20 PMLoule€561One-way1 transfer
AP 1842:40 PM5h32Porto - Campanhã8:12 PMLoule€601One-way0 transfers
AP 1805:40 AM5h35Porto - Campanhã11:15 AMLoule€601One-way0 transfers
IC 570 · AP 1306:40 AM6h40Porto - Campanhã1:20 PMLoule€561One-way1 transfer
IC 722 · IC 5742:45 PM7h05Porto - Campanhã9:50 PMLoule€471One-way1 transfer
IC 572 · AP 1209:40 AM7h45Porto - Campanhã5:25 PMLoule€561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Porto to Loule
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto to Loule among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 449 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€40 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg 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.
Live departures
Porto to Loule train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Loule trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 180 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h35 | 11:15 AM Loule | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 130 · IC 570 | 6:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 6h40 | 1:20 PM Loule | 1 transfer | |
IC 730 · IC 572 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h40 | 5:25 PM Loule | 1 transfer | |
AP 120 · IC 572 | 9:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h45 | 5:25 PM Loule | 1 transfer | |
R 4668 · IC 512 · IC 574 · U 15728 | 12:50 PM Porto - Campanhã | 9h00 | 9:50 PM Loule | 3 transfers | |
AP 184 | 2:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h32 | 8:12 PM Loule | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 722 · IC 574 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 7h05 | 9:50 PM Loule | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Loule
Trains from Porto to Loule run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 449 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 449 km |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Porto to Loule
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Loule 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 Loule, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Porto to Loule
Most Porto to Loule trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Loule station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Loule train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do trains to Loule 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.
Getting to Contumil from Porto city centre
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Contumil train station facilities and services
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
Which Loule station do trains from Porto arrive at?
Getting to Loule from Loule city centre
Loule is 5 km from Loule city centre. Public transport options include:
Loule train station facilities and services
Loule 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: Café Calcinha, Restaurante Churrasqueira Jolibela
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Loule. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Loule. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Loule: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Loule: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Loule: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Loule Jardim Hotel, Hotel Star Loule, Casa do Alto.
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