What is the best way to travel from Santarém to Guimarães?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Guimarães from Santarém. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Guimarães from Santarém?
You can reach Guimarães with just £16 by taking a Train from Comboios de Portugal, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Comboios de Portugal4h 21m007:14SantarémCentral Station11:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 07:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Comboios de Portugal3h 58m016:14SantarémCentral Station20:12GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 16:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 20:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 58m
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Comboios de Portugal4h 21m020:14SantarémCentral Station00:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 20:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 06/03/2026 00:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Comboios de Portugal3h 28m012:14SantarémCentral Station15:42GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 12:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 15:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Comboios de Portugal5h 21m010:14SantarémCentral Station15:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 10:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 15:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
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Rede Expressos4h 20m007:30SantarémAv. do Brasil11:50GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 07:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Rede Expressos5h 25m014:30SantarémAv. do Brasil19:55GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Rede Expressos5h 50m010:45SantarémAv. do Brasil16:35GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 10:45:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Rede Expressos5h 20m017:15SantarémAv. do Brasil22:35GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 17:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 22:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
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What are the fastest trips from Santarém to Guimarães?
You can get to Guimarães from Santarém in just 3h 28m with a Train from Comboios de Portugal. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Comboios de Portugal3h 28m012:14SantarémCentral Station15:42GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 12:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 15:42:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 28m
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Comboios de Portugal3h 58m016:14SantarémCentral Station20:12GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 16:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 20:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 58m
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Comboios de Portugal4h 21m007:14SantarémCentral Station11:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 07:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Comboios de Portugal4h 21m020:14SantarémCentral Station00:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 20:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 06/03/2026 00:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 21m
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Comboios de Portugal5h 21m010:14SantarémCentral Station15:35GuimarãesGuimaraes Central station0EconomyA Train from Comboios de Portugal goes from Central Station, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 10:14:00 to Guimaraes Central station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 15:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
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Rede Expressos4h 20m007:30SantarémAv. do Brasil11:50GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 07:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 11:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Rede Expressos5h 20m017:15SantarémAv. do Brasil22:35GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 17:15:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 22:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
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Rede Expressos5h 25m014:30SantarémAv. do Brasil19:55GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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Rede Expressos5h 50m010:45SantarémAv. do Brasil16:35GuimarãesCentral Coach Station0EconomyA Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Av. do Brasil, Santarém (Portugal) at 05/03/2026 10:45:00 to Central Coach Station, Guimarães (Portugal) arriving at 05/03/2026 16:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
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Bus from Santarém to Guimarães
What are the most popular stations in Santarém and Guimarães?
In Santarém, you will usually depart from Av. do Brasil or Central Station, while in Guimarães you will be arriving at Central Coach Station, Guimaraes Central station or Central de Camionagem, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Guimarães from Santarém? With 10 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Santarém and Guimarães, you can pay as low as £16 with a Train from Comboios de Portugal.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Comboios de Portugal: you will get to Guimarães in just 3h 28m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Santarém and Guimarães are Comboios de Portugal and Rede Expressos, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Santarém and Guimarães is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Santarem or to Serzedo, and look at flights from , and landing at Porto Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Santarém to Guimarães?
The most popular companies between Santarém and Guimarães, are Comboios de Portugal and Rede Expressos. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Rede Expressos
Train companies: Comboios de Portugal
All you need to know when you travel from Santarém to Guimarães
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Santarém to Guimarães. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Santarém to Guimarães
How can I reach Guimarães from Santarém?
Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Guimarães from Santarém.
How far is Guimarães from Santarém?
The distance between Santarém and Guimarães is 247.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Santarém and Guimarães?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 42 kgs, and a flight 61 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Santarém to Guimarães?
You can get to Guimarães with just £16 by taking a Train from Comboios de Portugal.
What is the fastest way to get from Santarém to Guimarães?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Guimarães in just 3h 28m with a Train from Comboios de Portugal.
More routes to Santarém and to Guimarães
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Santarém and to Guimarães. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
