3h 13m, Direct
06:30
LisbonLisboa Santa Apolonia
09:43
PortoPorto Campanha
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First train
00:45
Last train
22:09
Travel duration
2h 54m
Daily departures
33
Departure station
Lisbon
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Porto
Ticket price
from $32
Fastest trip
2h 39m
Longest trip
3h 20m
Top Routes in Portugal
Main Portuguese rail corridors
Lisbon-Porto is Portugal's core rail route, with Alfa Pendular trips from Lisboa Oriente to Porto Campanha taking about 2 hours 49 minutes. Lisbon-Coimbra is served by both Alfa Pendular and Intercidades in around 1 hour 40 minutes to Coimbra-B. Lisbon-Faro connects the capital with the Algarve in about 3 hours. Porto-Braga and Porto-Guimaraes carry heavy regional demand in the north. Lisbon-Evora uses Intercidades trains and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. The Celta service links Porto Campanha with Vigo Guixar in around 2 hours 22 minutes.
Travel from Lisbon to Porto by high-speed rail to visit the Ribeira district, see the Clerigos Tower, or explore the historic Port wine cellars.
Frequency
33 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
2h 54m
Porto
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Faro by Alfa Pendular and visit the historic Faro Cathedral or explore the lagoons of the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
3h 18m
Faro
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Coimbra by Alfa Pendular and explore the medieval University of Coimbra or the historic streets of the Baixa district.
Frequency
39 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
1h 46m
Coimbra
Portugal
Travel from Porto to Braga by train and visit the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary or explore the Roman heritage sites in the medieval city center.
Frequency
8 times per day
Popular Trains
Porto
Portugal
42m
Braga
Portugal
Travel from Porto to Faro by Alfa Pendular and visit the historic Faro Cathedral or explore the Ria Formosa lagoons and southern Atlantic beaches.
Frequency
2 times per day
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Porto
Portugal
5h 43m
Faro
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Albufeira by Alfa Pendular and visit the beaches of Praia da Falesia or explore the historic Old Town district of Albufeira.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
2h 54m
Albufeira - Ferreiras
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Braga by Alfa Pendular and visit the Se de Braga cathedral or the Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary with its famous baroque stairs.
Frequency
12 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
3h 34m
Braga
Portugal
Travel from Porto to Coimbra by high-speed train and visit the historic University of Coimbra or explore the medieval streets of the Almedina district.
Frequency
18 times per day
Popular Trains
Porto
Portugal
1h 4m
Coimbra
Portugal
Travel from Porto to Aveiro by train and explore the colorful Moliceiro boats or taste the traditional Ovos Moles sweets in the city center area.
Frequency
21 times per day
Popular Trains
Porto
Portugal
37m
Aveiro
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Aveiro by high-speed train and explore the historic Moliceiro boats or taste the famous Ovos Moles sweets in the city center.
Frequency
33 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
2h 8m
Aveiro
Portugal
Travel from Loule to Lisbon by Alfa Pendular and visit the historic Belem Tower or explore the steep alleys of the Alfama district.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Loule
Portugal
3h 14m
Lisbon
Portugal
Travel from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon by high-speed train and visit the historic Alfama district or the Belem Tower along the Tagus River.
Frequency
33 times per day
Popular Trains
Vila Nova de Gaia - Devesas
Portugal
2h 52m
Lisbon
Portugal
Travel from Porto to Guimaraes by train and explore the medieval Guimaraes Castle or walk through the historic Largo da Oliveira in the city center.
Frequency
2 times per day
Popular Trains
Porto
Portugal
57m
Guimaraes
Portugal
Travel from Tunes to Lisbon by Alfa Pendular and visit the historic Belem Tower or explore the hilly districts of Alfama and Bairro Alto.
Frequency
5 times per day
Popular Trains
Tunes
Portugal
2h 56m
Lisbon
Portugal
Travel from Lisbon to Evora by train and visit the historic Roman Temple or the Chapel of Bones within the UNESCO-listed city center.
Frequency
4 times per day
Popular Trains
Lisbon
Portugal
1h 34m
Evora
Portugal
Your Complete Guide to Train Travel in Portugal
Portugal's passenger rail network is led by Comboios de Portugal, usually called CP, with long-distance services branded Alfa Pendular and Intercidades. Alfa Pendular is the fastest train type in Portugal, running up to 220 km/h on upgraded sections between Braga, Porto Campanha, Coimbra-B, Lisboa Oriente, and Faro. Lisbon to Porto takes about 2 hours 49 minutes on the fastest Alfa Pendular departures, while Lisbon to Coimbra-B takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. Intercidades trains cover the same north-south spine and add routes such as Lisbon to Evora, Beja, Guarda, and Covilha.
CP also runs Regional, InterRegional, and Urbanos services around Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra. Lisboa Oriente and Lisboa Santa Apolonia handle most long-distance departures in the capital, while Porto Campanha is the main interchange for northern Portugal. Fertagus, a private operator, runs suburban trains across the 25 de Abril Bridge between Lisboa Roma-Areeiro and Setubal. Portugal has one regular cross-border passenger rail service: the Celta train between Porto Campanha and Vigo Guixar in Spain, with a trip time of around 2 hours 22 minutes.
How to Buy Train Tickets in Portugal
Buying train tickets in Portugal through Rail Monsters is a quick and straightforward process. Whether you are exploring the vibrant streets of Lisbon or the scenic landscapes of Porto, our platform makes securing your journey a breeze. Enjoy a variety of international payment options and benefit from our dedicated customer support to make your travel experience enjoyable and hassle-free across Portugal's expansive rail network.
Portugal Railway Network Map
Portugal's main railway axis runs north-south from Braga and Porto through Coimbra-B, Lisboa Oriente, and Lisboa Santa Apolonia to Faro in the Algarve. Branches from Lisbon reach Evora, Beja, Tomar, and Setubal. Northern lines link Porto Campanha with Braga, Guimaraes, Aveiro, and Vigo Guixar via the Celta service. Urban rail networks operate around Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra.
Portugal trains Classes and Tickets Information
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$1738
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$3413
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How to buy train tickets in Portugal
On Rail Monsters, search Portugal routes by origin, destination, and travel date. Compare available CP Alfa Pendular, Intercidades, Regional, and Urbanos options where listed, then choose the departure time and class shown for that train. Long-distance CP services normally require a reserved seat, so passenger details must match the ticket. Complete payment online and check the email confirmation for ticket format, coach, seat, and station instructions. Advance booking is most useful on Lisbon-Porto, Lisbon-Faro, and holiday departures.
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Rail Monsters accepts major credit and debit cards and supported digital payment methods for Portugal train tickets. Prices may appear in your selected currency, with euros used for CP fares in Portugal. After payment, a confirmation email records the route, date, passenger names, and booking reference. For Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains, check the ticket details for coach and seat numbers before boarding at Lisboa Oriente, Porto Campanha, Coimbra-B, Faro, or other staffed stations.
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Main Train Types in Portugal
Alfa Pendular is CP's fastest service, using tilting electric trainsets at up to 220 km/h between Braga, Porto, Lisbon, and Faro. Intercidades trains are locomotive-hauled or electric multiple-unit long-distance services with reserved seats, linking Lisbon with Porto, Guarda, Covilha, Evora, Beja, and the Algarve. Regional and InterRegional trains serve shorter routes and smaller stations, including the Douro Line from Porto Sao Bento and Porto Campanha toward Pocinho. Urbanos networks operate around Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra. Fertagus runs Lisbon suburban trains to Setubal across the 25 de Abril Bridge.
Comboios de Portugal (CP)
Comboios de Portugal operates passenger trains across Portugal.