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Centro Museológico Cerro da Vila
Key archaeological museum built around Roman ruins, with mosaics, artefacts, and interpretation of ancient coastal industry.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Quarteira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Quarteira will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 13 trains from Lisbon to Quarteira, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 204 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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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Trains from Lisbon to Quarteira run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 18:44. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 18:44 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lisbon to Quarteira.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Quarteira trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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AP 180 · R 4407 | 7:45 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h30 | 11:15 Loule | 1 change | |
AP 180 | 8:23 Lisbon - Oriente | 2h52 | 11:15 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 180 | 8:31 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 2h44 | 11:15 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 570 · R 4411 | 9:45 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h35 | 13:20 Loule | 1 change | |
IC 570 | 10:02 Lisbon - Oriente | 3h18 | 13:20 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 570 | 10:10 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h10 | 13:20 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 572 | 14:02 Lisbon - Oriente | 3h23 | 17:25 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 572 | 14:10 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h15 | 17:25 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 184 · R 4425 | 16:45 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h27 | 20:12 Loule | 1 change | |
AP 184 | 17:23 Lisbon - Oriente | 2h49 | 20:12 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 184 | 17:31 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 2h41 | 20:12 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 574 · R 4427 | 17:45 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h05 | 21:50 Loule | 1 change | |
IC 574 | 18:32 Lisbon - Oriente | 3h18 | 21:50 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 574 | 18:40 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h10 | 21:50 Loule | 0 changesdirect | |
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Key archaeological museum built around Roman ruins, with mosaics, artefacts, and interpretation of ancient coastal industry.
Nearby museum in Loulé castle covering local archaeology and history, suitable for a short cultural trip from Quarteira.
Compact municipal art venue hosting rotating exhibitions, useful for seeing contemporary work in central Quarteira.
Wide seaside promenade ideal for walking, beach views, and everyday local atmosphere along Quarteira's waterfront.
Long sandy urban beach backed by the promenade, popular for swimming, sunbathing, and an easy classic Algarve stroll.
Lively marina district with moored yachts, shops, and pedestrian routes, good for an evening walk close to Quarteira.
Grilled sardines are a summer Algarve staple, cooked simply over charcoal and prized for their fresh flavour from the local coast.
Cataplana de marisco is a rich Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper cataplana pan, combining shellfish, fish, herbs and regional seasoning.
Xarém is a traditional Algarve dish of maize porridge, often served with clams or pork, reflecting the region’s rural and fishing heritage.
Refined restaurant in nearby Vilamoura marina, known for polished service, Portuguese flavours and a more upscale atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant near Quarteira seafront, popular for cataplana, grilled fish and a lively traditional Algarve atmosphere.
Established beachside restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and relaxed coastal dining with sea views.
Moderate for the Algarve. Summer stays cost more, but dining and local buses remain fairly reasonable versus pricier nearby resort towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are usually rounded up slightly.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Quarteira 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 Quarteira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Quarteira trains use the Lisboa - Sete Rios to station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Quarteira train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lisboa - Sete Rios is 3 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Sete Mares, Restaurante O Talho
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa - Sete Rios. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lisboa - Sete Rios. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lisboa - Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lisboa - Sete Rios: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Lisboa Jose Malhoa, Corinthia Hotel Lisbon, Novotel Lisboa.
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 - 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.
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