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Trains from Ovar

13Jul
1
Seats
Ovar
Porto

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Night trains

00:48
OvarStation
25m
01:13
PortoPorto Campanha
Direct
Intercidades 529
from
27 USD
1
25m, Direct
00:48
OvarStation
01:13
PortoPorto Campanha
from
27 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Day trains

12:18
OvarStation
25m
12:43
PortoPorto Campanha
Direct
Intercidades 721
from
27 USD
1
25m, Direct
12:18
OvarStation
12:43
PortoPorto Campanha
from
27 USD
1
Direct
InterCity

Evening trains

20:18
OvarStation
25m
20:43
PortoPorto Campanha
Direct
Intercidades 731
from
27 USD
1
25m, Direct
20:18
OvarStation
20:43
PortoPorto Campanha
from
27 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
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First train

00:18
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Last train

23:51
distance

Travel duration

25m
daily-departure

Daily departures

5
departure-station

Departure station

Ovar
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Changes

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arrival-station

Arrival station

Porto
ticket-price

Ticket price

from $3
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Fastest trip

25m
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Longest trip

44m

Trains to Ovar

Inbound trains to Ovar arrive at Ovar station on the Linha do Norte. CP Urbanos do Porto services from Porto Campanha arrive in around 35 to 45 minutes, while trains from Porto Sao Bento usually reach Ovar in roughly 50 to 60 minutes. Trains from Espinho arrive in about 15 minutes, and services from Vila Nova de Gaia take around 30 minutes. Southbound arrivals from Aveiro take about 25 to 35 minutes. Longer CP services or connections from Coimbra-B reach Ovar in roughly 1h10m to 1h30m, while trains from Lisbon Oriente or Santa Apolonia take around 2h40m to 3h30m depending on the service and transfer pattern.

Visiting Ovar

Ovar sits on Portugal's Linha do Norte, the main rail axis linking Porto, Aveiro, Coimbra, and Lisbon. The city has one principal passenger rail station, Ovar, served by Comboios de Portugal, usually shown as CP. Its position south of Porto makes Ovar part of the wider Porto-Aveiro commuter corridor while also giving access to selected longer-distance trains. Services from Ovar include CP Urbanos do Porto trains on the Aveiro line, Regional and InterRegional trains along the northern and central sections of the Linha do Norte, and selected Intercidades services for longer trips. Ovar station is the main train station for city rail travel, with most passengers using it for movements toward Porto Campanha, Porto Sao Bento, Aveiro, and onward CP connections. Rail routes from Ovar run north toward Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, and Porto, south toward Aveiro, Coimbra, and Lisbon, and by connection through Porto toward Braga, Guimaraes, and northern Portugal. Trains to Ovar mainly arrive on the same north-south corridor. Book trains from and to Ovar online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Ovar

From Ovar station, CP Urbanos do Porto trains run north along the Aveiro line toward Espinho, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto Campanha, and Porto Sao Bento. Porto Campanha is the main connection point for onward CP services to Braga, Guimaraes, the Douro line, and long-distance routes across northern Portugal. Southbound trains from Ovar follow the Linha do Norte toward Aveiro, where passengers can connect to regional services on the Beira Alta and coastal corridors. InterRegional and selected Intercidades services continue toward Coimbra and Lisbon, with Coimbra-B and Lisboa Oriente acting as important interchange stations for other parts of the CP network.

Ovar

Ovar - A coastal city in the Aveiro District famous for its traditional tile-covered facades and the Pao de Lo de Ovar sponge cake.
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Porto

Porto - Portugal's second-largest city, situated along the Douro River and known for its historic center, port wine cellars, and bridges.

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

Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Ovar train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices for Intercidades can vary by demand, while CP Urbanos fares are simpler; ticket counters may be limited compared with Porto Campanha. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Ovar with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing CP Urbanos do Porto, Regional, InterRegional, or Intercidades services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Ovar train stations by checking whether Ovar is listed as the boarding station and matching the service to your route.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Ovar services include regular tickets for CP Urbanos and Regional trains, plus reserved-seat tickets on Intercidades where available. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on advance long-distance services to and from Porto, Aveiro, Coimbra, and Lisbon, while shorter urban and regional fares usually follow simpler fixed structures.

Ovar Train Travel FAQ and Tips

What is the main train route from Ovar?

The main rail route from Ovar is the CP Urbanos do Porto service toward Porto Campanha and Porto Sao Bento, taking roughly 35 to 55 minutes depending on the station and stopping pattern. Comboios de Portugal operates these urban trains on the Aveiro line. The same Ovar station also handles southbound trains toward Aveiro, making it a useful stop on the Porto-Aveiro corridor.

Do high-speed trains serve Ovar?

No high-speed rail service currently serves Ovar. The city is served by conventional CP trains on the Linha do Norte, including CP Urbanos do Porto, Regional, InterRegional, and selected Intercidades services. For Alfa Pendular options and a wider choice of long-distance departures, travelers often connect at Porto Campanha, Aveiro, or Coimbra-B, where more national services stop.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Ovar?

You can buy train tickets to and from Ovar at Rail Monsters by entering Ovar as the departure or arrival station, selecting a travel date, and choosing a CP Urbanos, Regional, InterRegional, or Intercidades service where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Ovar services. After payment, booking confirmation is sent by email with the relevant ticket details.

What is the main train station in Ovar?

Ovar station is the city's main passenger rail station. It sits on the Linha do Norte and serves CP Urbanos do Porto trains between Porto and Aveiro, plus Regional, InterRegional, and selected Intercidades services. There are no separate long-distance or airport rail stations in Ovar, so passengers normally use Ovar station for all rail departures and arrivals.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Ovar?

Seat reservation depends on the CP service type from Ovar. CP Urbanos do Porto, Regional, and many InterRegional trains normally use open seating without assigned seats. Intercidades services use reserved seats, so booking ahead is advised for longer trips, Fridays, Sundays, and holiday periods. Check the service label before paying, because ticket conditions differ between urban, regional, and intercity trains.

What are the main train connections to and from Ovar?

Ovar connects with Porto Campanha in around 35 to 45 minutes and Porto Sao Bento in roughly 50 to 60 minutes by CP Urbanos services. Southbound trains reach Aveiro in about 25 to 35 minutes. Longer CP services or connections link Ovar with Coimbra-B in around 1h10m to 1h30m and Lisbon Santa Apolonia or Lisboa Oriente in roughly 2h40m to 3h30m, depending on train type and transfers.

Is there an airport rail connection from Ovar?

Ovar does not have a direct airport rail link. For Porto Airport, rail passengers usually travel from Ovar to Porto Campanha or Porto Sao Bento first, then continue to the airport using local airport transport from Porto. If you need a national rail connection before flying, Porto Campanha is the main nearby rail hub for long-distance CP services and onward city transfers.

Can I buy Ovar train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute CP Urbanos and Regional tickets from Ovar are often available close to departure, but Intercidades seats can be limited on Fridays, Sundays, Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Rail Monsters accepts Ovar train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps when planning longer trips through Porto, Aveiro, Coimbra, or Lisbon during busy periods.
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Comboios de Portugal (CP)

Comboios de Portugal (CP)

Comboios de Portugal operates passenger trains across Portugal.