Are there high-speed trains in Portugal?

The Portuguese Alfa Pendular train connects all of the major cities in Portugal. From the capital city of Lisbon, travel in comfort to Coimbra, Porto and Braga in the north or to Faro in the far south. With speeds up to 220 km/h, Alfa Pendular trains are the fastest way to get around in Portugal.



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The rail network will be able to connect Lisbon to Porto with speeds as high as 300km/h, and in a total travel time of 75 minutes without stops, and 105 minutes with stops.

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Regional trains are often cheaper and some lines very scenic, but it's almost always quicker to go by bus – especially on shorter or less obvious routes. You'll obviously have a great deal more flexibility if you drive, and you'll be able to visit more out-of-the-way places in a short trip.

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Many consider the Linha do Douro, the train line that follows the valley, one of the most beautiful train rides in Europe. Under 125 miles (200km) long, the line terminates at Pocinho, just shy of the Spanish border.

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Lisbon to Madrid (night train) The final 90 minutes of the journey take in some fine scenery as the train weaves its way through the rugged Sierra de Guadarrama before dropping down steeply past El Escorial to reach the Spanish capital. In Lisbon you can board the Lusitania at Santa Apolónia station where it starts.

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The fastest trains from Lisbon to Barcelona take around 13 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,006 kilometres.

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Lisbon to Madrid Train Information Providing a fast and comfortable connection between astonishing Lisbon and fabulous Madrid, these modern trains traverse the distance of 502 km (311 mi) in about 10 hours.

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The second-class car features comfortable seats arranged 2x2 with a folding table, generous legroom, and big panoramic windows. Traveling first-class means that you get a wider adjustable seat, plenty of luggage space, power sockets, and a bit quieter atmosphere, compared to the Economy Class.

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  1. Our recommendation. The best way to travel from Lisbon to Madrid is by taking a bus because it's the best combination of price and speed. 09:45AM7h30. Lisboa, Gare Oriente. 06:15PMMadrid. ...
  2. Cheapest. 09:45AM7h30. Lisboa, Gare Oriente. 06:15PMMadrid. ...
  3. Fastest. 07:05AM1h15. Lisbon Portela Airport. 09:20AMMadrid Barajas Airport.


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So, how many days to explore Lisbon? We always recommend that it takes three days to fully explore Lisbon. This is sufficient to visit all of the characterful districts, experience the nightlife and join a couple of unique activities.

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