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Museu do Queijo
Local museum on the region’s Serra da Estrela cheese tradition, explaining production methods and pastoral culture.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 43 m
Trains on 20 Sept
17
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 17 trains from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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IC 513Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 259 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£14 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Celorico da Beira take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £40. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Celorico da Beira trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:39 Lisbon | 3h38 | 10:17 Celorico da Beira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:39 Lisbon | 3h38 | 11:17 Celorico da Beira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:39 Lisbon | 3h40 | 22:19 Celorico da Beira | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 18:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Celorico da Beira — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Celorico da Beira trip today.
Local museum on the region’s Serra da Estrela cheese tradition, explaining production methods and pastoral culture.
Interpretation space dedicated to the area’s prehistory and archaeology, useful for understanding the municipality beyond the castle.
Small cultural venue showing local heritage and temporary displays connected to the municipality’s history and traditions.
Well-preserved historic village area in the municipality, best explored on foot for its lanes, stone houses and mountain setting.
Principal square in the town centre, surrounded by civic buildings and everyday local life, ideal for orientating your visit.
Historic centre streets around the castle with granite houses, small lanes and an authentic atmosphere for an easy walking circuit.
Serra da Estrela cheese from nearby mountain sheep. Rich, creamy and iconic to the area, often eaten simply with bread or spooned when very ripe.
Rustic bread soup with olive oil, garlic and seasonal greens, often enriched with egg. A classic Beira comfort dish rooted in frugal rural cooking.
Traditional shepherd-style lamb or kid roasted slowly with potatoes and garlic. Common at family meals and festive gatherings across Beira.
Established local dining spot serving hearty Beira cooking, including meat dishes and Portuguese classics in an informal setting.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant in Celorico da Beira known for regional dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Casual restaurant and snack-bar style venue for simple regional meals, grilled dishes and everyday Portuguese favourites.
Budget-friendly for Portugal. Accommodation, local meals and day-to-day costs are usually lower than in Lisbon, Porto and major tourist resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up or leaving small change is appreciated, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Celorico da Beira by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Celorico da Beira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Celorico da Beira trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Celorico da Beira station pair, with some services arriving at Baracal. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Celorico da Beira train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lisboa - Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Oriente has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Parking, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Lisboa - Entrecampos is 3 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Entrecampos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Laurentina, O Talho
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference, Hotel 3K Europa, NH Lisboa Campo Grande.
Celorico da Beira is 4 km from Celorico da Beira city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Celorico da Beira has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Celorico da Beira.
Baracal is 7 km from Celorico da Beira city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
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