Lisbon Porto Trains Journey Stations Onboard In Lisbon In Porto FAQ [Search Trains](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_header) Journey Stations Onboard In Lisbon In Porto FAQ [Search Trains](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_header) # Lisbon to Porto Trains ## The Lisbon to Porto train route is Portugal's fastest inland train journey between the country's two cities: 337 km of Atlantic coastline, riverside university towns and canal streets, covered in under three hours on Comboios de Portugal's high speed Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains. Here's exactly how to plan your trip, compare journey time on the fastest trip available, and buy tickets for the ride. [Find Lisbon-Porto Train](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_hero) **2h39** fastest journey **337 km** Lisbon to Porto **from $32** lowest ticket price **39 daily** avg. departures ## Lisbon to Porto Route: Start to Finish 337 km up Portugal's Atlantic corridor — follow the full Porto train journey below, from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Porto Campanhã. **Lisbon** Santa Apolónia **Porto** Campanhã ## Lisbon–Porto Trains: Time, Distance, Price & Frequency Travel time | The high speed train covers this corridor in 2h39 on the fastest Alfa Pendular service — the fastest trip on this line — with journey time closer to 3h20 for train travel on Intercidades, which make a few more stops. ---|--- Distance | 337 km of railroad distance on the Lisbon to Porto route, between Lisboa Santa Apolónia and Porto Campanhã — the same trip by road covers a similar distance but takes longer door to door. Price | Looking for cheap train tickets? The lowest advance fares start from just $32 one-way in 2nd class, with 1st class advance fares from around $40 — buy train tickets early for the best ticket prices. Standard walk-up fares run roughly $32–$39 on Intercidades and $39–$55 on Alfa Pendular. Tickets purchased online in advance can also qualify for discounted tickets, including a senior fare. seat included Daily departures | An average of about 39 departures a day between both directions, with the first train leaving around 06:30 and the last around 22:09. Check the first train and next trains for your travel date before you buy train tickets; extra services run at weekends and holidays. Where to board and arrive ## Lisbon and Porto Train Stations on This Route Know exactly which station you're heading to on this Lisbon-Porto route before you book — Lisbon has two historic terminals, Lisboa Santa Apolónia and Lisboa Oriente, while Porto's long-distance trains use one. Departure ### Lisboa Santa Apolónia Station Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, 1100-105 Lisboa, Portugal Lisbon's historic riverside terminus, opened in 1865 and the city's oldest railway station, a short walk or tram ride from central Lisbon's Alfama district. Most Alfa Pendular and Intercidades departures to Porto start here; a handful also call at Lisboa Oriente — also known as Gare do Oriente, the modern station built for Expo '98 near Parque das Nações and directly linked to the Lisbon metro network. Arrival ### Porto Campanhã Station Largo da Estação, 4300-173 Porto, Portugal Porto's main long-distance station on this route, opened in 1875 and a few kilometres east of the historic center. A free connecting train shuttles passengers to Porto São Bento station, right beside the Ribeira district, in about 5 minutes. Prefer to depart from Lisboa Oriente station? Lisbon's station sits on the Lisbon metro network and is a straightforward alternative to Santa Apolónia for the handful of Porto-bound departures that call there. ## What You'll See From the Lisbon to Porto Train Window Between Coimbra and Porto the line tracks the Portuguese countryside — rolling countryside, pine forest, charming villages and the Douro region's river valleys — showing off some of Portugal's stunning landscapes and delivering a comfortable ride between two major cities. Sit on the left side of the train heading north for the best vantage point, and arrive early: tickets go on sale up to 60 days ahead, and the deepest promo fares — sometimes 50% or more off — are usually booked 5 to 60 days before departure. Compared with air travel between the same two cities, the train remains a reliable and affordable option with no airport transfers to plan around. [Check Lisbon-Porto Fares](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_imgbreak) Onboard comfort ## Alfa Pendular Train Onboard Amenities The Alfa Pendular is Portugal's high speed train, reaching up to 220 km/h on this corridor and featuring free Wi-Fi, power outlets and spacious seating throughout. Here's what's onboard for both Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services. 📶 ### Free WiFi Available throughout Alfa Pendular trains; varies by set on Intercidades. 🔌 ### Power sockets At-seat power on both train types — bring an EU plug adapter if needed. ☕ ### Café-bar carriage Snacks, coffee and drinks available for the whole ride on both services. 🪟 ### Panoramic windows Large windows along the Atlantic coast and Douro valley stretches. 🧊 ### Air conditioning Climate-controlled carriages year-round. ### Turística (Standard) * Comfortable reclining seats, 2+2 layout * Power sockets and reading lights * Best value for most travelers [Check Turística Fares](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_class_standard) ### Conforto (First) * Wider 2+1 seating with extra legroom * Quieter carriage, priority boarding * Best for longer or work-friendly rides [Check Conforto Fares](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_class_first) Before you board ## 3 Lisbon Highlights to See Before You Board Worth building into the hours before your train departs from Lisboa Santa Apolónia. 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Belém Tower ### Belém Tower A 16th-century fortress guarding the mouth of the Tagus, and one of Lisbon's UNESCO-listed monuments. Best visited early, before the riverside promenade fills up. Lisboa ✦ Belém 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Jerónimos Monastery ### Jerónimos Monastery Portugal's Manueline masterpiece, built to commemorate Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. The cloisters alone are worth the ticket. Lisboa ✦ Belém 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Alfama & São Jorge Castle ### Alfama & São Jorge Castle Lisbon's oldest quarter — steep lanes, fado houses, and a hilltop castle with the best rooftop view in the city. Ten minutes from Santa Apolónia's central location on foot. Lisboa ✦ Alfama Once you arrive ## 3 Porto Highlights to See After You Arrive All three sit within walking distance of Porto São Bento, a short connecting-train ride from Campanhã station. 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Ribeira & Dom Luís I Bridge ### Ribeira & Dom Luís I Bridge Porto's UNESCO-listed riverfront, stacked with pastel houses, facing Gaia's port cellars across an iron double-deck bridge designed in Eiffel's workshop tradition. Porto ✦ Ribeira 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Livraria Lello ### Livraria Lello A neo-Gothic bookshop with a red spiral staircase, often called one of the world's most beautiful. Buy a timed ticket online — queues form fast. Porto ✦ Baixa 🇵🇹 Tap / hover to flip ### Port Wine Cellars, Vila Nova de Gaia ### Port Wine Cellars, Vila Nova de Gaia Across the river from Ribeira, historic lodges age Port in oak barrels and run tastings with river views. A must after a morning of walking. Gaia ✦ Cellars Good to know ## Lisbon to Porto Trains FAQ How long do the Lisbon to Porto trains take? The fastest Alfa Pendular trains cover the 337 km between Lisbon and Porto in about 2 hours 39 minutes. Intercidades trains are a little slower, typically around 3 hours 20 minutes, with a few more stops along the way. Which stations do Lisbon to Porto trains use? Most trains depart from Lisboa Santa Apolónia, with some also calling at Lisboa Oriente. They arrive into Porto Campanhã, the city's main long-distance station, from which a short free connecting train runs into the historic center at Porto São Bento. How much does a Lisbon to Porto train ticket cost? The lowest advance fares start from around $32 one-way in 2nd class, and first-class advance fares start from around $40. Walk-up standard fares typically run $32–$39 on Intercidades trains and $39–$55 on Alfa Pendular trains, depending on class and how far ahead you book. How many trains run between Lisbon and Porto each day? Trains run frequently throughout the day, with an average of about 39 departures daily across both directions — the first departure is typically around 06:30 and the last around 22:09, with more services on weekends and holidays. Do I need to reserve a seat? Yes. Seat reservations are mandatory and included with every Alfa Pendular and Intercidades ticket, so you'll always have an assigned seat. Is there WiFi and power on board? Alfa Pendular trains offer free WiFi, at-seat power sockets, air conditioning and a café-bar carriage. Intercidades trains have a café-bar and power sockets, with WiFi availability varying by train set. Is the train better than flying or driving from Lisbon to Porto? For most travelers, yes — the high speed train arrives in each city center in under three and a half hours with no airport transfers or security lines, and it's far more relaxing than the roughly 3-hour drive on the A1 motorway. Can I stop in Coimbra or Aveiro along the way? Yes. Both Coimbra and Aveiro sit directly on this Lisbon to Porto route, so a stopover in either city is easy to build into your trip without a special ticket arrangement. When should I buy train tickets to get the cheapest fare? Tickets go on sale up to 60 days before departure, and the best promo fares — sometimes 50% or more off — usually go to travelers who buy train tickets 5 to 60 days ahead. Off-peak departures also tend to have better odds of a discounted fare than early morning or evening trains. Which is the oldest train station on this route? Santa Apolónia station is Lisbon's oldest, opened in 1865. Are seat reservations mandatory on this route? Yes. Seat reservations are mandatory for long-distance routes in Portugal, so every Alfa Pendular and Intercidades ticket between Lisbon and Porto comes with an assigned seat. ## Ready to Ride Lisbon to Porto? Compare Alfa Pendular and Intercidades departures for your dates and lock in your seat. [Search Lisbon-Porto Trains](https://highspeedtrains.com?utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=lisbonportotrains.com&utm_campaign=btn_cta_band) This website does not own or operate any of the trains — the Lisbon to Porto route is operated by CP (Comboios de Portugal). It is an independent informational guide. 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