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Trains from Guimaraes

2Jul
1
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Guimaraes
Porto

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Day trains

16:49
GuimaraesStation
55m
17:44
PortoPorto Campanha
Direct
Intercidades 620
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27 USD
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55m, Direct
16:49
GuimaraesStation
17:44
PortoPorto Campanha
from
27 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
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First train

06:51
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Last train

22:55
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Travel duration

55m
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Daily departures

1
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Departure station

Guimaraes
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Porto
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from $4
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Fastest trip

55m
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Longest trip

1h 14m

Trains to Guimaraes

Inbound trains reach Guimaraes at Guimaraes station, the terminus of the Linha de Guimaraes. CP services from Porto Sao Bento arrive in around 1h15m, while trains from Porto Campanha typically reach Guimaraes in about 1h10m. Trains from Ermesinde arrive in around 55m, and services from Trofa take about 45m. From Lousado, inbound trains reach Guimaraes in roughly 35m, while trains from Vizela arrive in around 20m. Passengers arriving from Lisbon, Coimbra, Aveiro, Braga, or Faro usually connect through Porto Campanha before continuing to Guimaraes on CP urban-regional services.

Visiting Guimaraes

Guimaraes is a northern Portugal rail terminus on the Linha de Guimaraes, positioned east of the main Porto rail network. The city has one main passenger train station, Guimaraes, served by Comboios de Portugal through CP Urbanos do Porto and selected regional services. Its rail role is regional rather than high-speed, with most longer trips using Porto Campanha as the main transfer point. Trains from Guimaraes are mainly suburban-regional services linking the city with the Porto area through Vizela, Lousado, Trofa, and Ermesinde. Guimaraes station handles departures toward Porto Sao Bento and Porto Campanha, where passengers connect with Alfa Pendular, Intercidades, InterRegional, and other CP services across Portugal. Train routes from Guimaraes run west toward Porto and the Atlantic rail axis, with onward connections south toward Lisbon, Coimbra, Aveiro, and Faro, and north toward Braga, Viana do Castelo, and Valenca via transfers in the Porto area. Train tickets for Guimaraes are usually bought as point-to-point tickets for CP services. Book trains from and to Guimaraes online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Guimaraes

From Guimaraes station, CP trains run west on the Linha de Guimaraes toward the Porto rail network. The main route links Guimaraes with Vizela, Lousado, Trofa, Ermesinde, Porto Campanha, and Porto Sao Bento, giving passengers access to central Porto and national rail transfers. For longer trips, Porto Campanha is the principal interchange. Southbound CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services continue toward Aveiro, Coimbra, Lisbon, and Faro. Northbound and coastal services from the Porto area connect with Braga, Viana do Castelo, and Valenca, while regional trains cover shorter routes across northern Portugal.

Guimaraes

Guimaraes - Known as the birthplace of Portugal, this city features a well-preserved medieval center and the iconic 10th-century Guimaraes Castle.

Guimaraes

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Porto

Porto - A coastal city famous for its port wine production and the historic Ribeira district, served by Campanha and Sao Bento stations.

Porto Campanha

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Booking Guimaraes Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Guimaraes with Rail Monsters by choosing departure dates, selecting CP Urbanos do Porto or Regional services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Guimaraes train stations, mainly Guimaraes station, with connections through Porto Campanha for longer trips across Portugal.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Guimaraes services include regular tickets on CP urban and regional trains, with reserved seating generally applying only after transfers to Intercidades or Alfa Pendular services at Porto Campanha. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on longer CP routes to and from Porto, Lisbon, Coimbra, Aveiro, Braga, and Faro.
Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Guimaraes train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices on local CP services are usually simpler than long-distance fares; ticket counters remain available at major stations such as Porto Campanha. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Guimaraes Train Travel FAQ and Tips

How do I buy train tickets to and from Guimaraes?

Train tickets to and from Guimaraes can be bought at Rail Monsters by entering Guimaraes as the departure or arrival station, selecting a CP service, and completing online reservation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Guimaraes services, which helps when planning around Easter Week, August holidays, and Christmas periods in Portugal.

What is the main train route from Guimaraes?

The main train route from Guimaraes is the CP service to Porto, usually running to Porto Sao Bento or Porto Campanha depending on the departure. Travel time is commonly around 1h10m to 1h20m. CP Urbanos do Porto operates most services on this line, making Porto the main domestic destination and the principal transfer point for longer rail trips in Portugal.

Do high-speed or intercity trains serve Guimaraes?

Guimaraes does not have direct high-speed rail. The city is served by CP Urbanos do Porto and regional trains on the Linha de Guimaraes. For Intercidades and Alfa Pendular services, passengers normally travel first from Guimaraes to Porto Campanha, then transfer to long-distance CP trains toward Lisbon, Coimbra, Aveiro, Braga, Faro, or other national destinations.

What are the main train stations in Guimaraes?

Guimaraes has one main passenger station: Guimaraes station. It is the terminus of the Linha de Guimaraes and handles CP urban-regional trains toward the Porto area. For long-distance rail, Porto Campanha acts as the main connecting station after travel from Guimaraes. This setup makes Guimaraes a regional rail endpoint rather than a multi-station intercity hub.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Guimaraes?

Most CP Urbanos do Porto trains from Guimaraes use open seating and do not require seat reservations. If your trip continues beyond Porto Campanha on Intercidades or Alfa Pendular, reserved seating may apply on that long-distance segment. Book earlier for Friday afternoons, Sunday returns, Easter Week, August holidays, and Christmas, especially when connecting to Lisbon or Algarve services.

What are the main train connections to and from Guimaraes?

Guimaraes connects with Porto Sao Bento in around 1h15m and Porto Campanha in about 1h10m on CP services. Regional stops include Vizela in around 20m, Lousado in roughly 35m, Trofa in about 45m, and Ermesinde in around 55m. With a transfer at Porto Campanha, travelers can continue to Braga, Aveiro, Coimbra, Lisbon, and Faro on CP long-distance routes.

Is there an airport rail connection from Guimaraes?

Guimaraes does not have a direct airport rail link. For Porto Airport, passengers usually travel by CP train from Guimaraes to the Porto rail area, then continue by local transport or road transfer to the airport. For national rail connections, Porto Campanha is the key station to use, as it links the Guimaraes line with Intercidades, Alfa Pendular, and regional CP services.

Can I buy Guimaraes train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute tickets for CP urban and regional trains from Guimaraes are often available on the travel day, but long-distance connections from Porto Campanha can sell out or rise in price during Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Rail Monsters accepts Guimaraes train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful for trips involving Lisbon, Coimbra, or Faro.
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Comboios de Portugal (CP)

Comboios de Portugal (CP)

Comboios de Portugal operates passenger trains across Portugal.