- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
3 h 2 m
Trains on 24 Sept
4
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nelas to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nelas to Lisbon will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 4 trains from Nelas to Lisbon, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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.








Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nelas to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 230 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nelas to Lisbon:
A coach is £0.49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nelas to Lisbon costing on average £16.
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 52m.
The table below shows live departures for Nelas to Lisbon trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 5402 · AP 122 | 11:23 Nelas | 3h07 | 14:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
R 5402 · AP 122 | 11:23 Nelas | 2h59 | 14:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
IC 512 | 13:52 Nelas | 3h08 | 17:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 512 | 13:52 Nelas | 3h00 | 16:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5404 · AP 134 | 17:54 Nelas | 3h28 | 21:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
R 5404 · AP 134 | 17:54 Nelas | 3h36 | 21:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
IC 514 | 19:19 Nelas | 3h03 | 22:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 514 | 19:19 Nelas | 3h11 | 22:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
![]() | 7:22 Nelas | 3h00 | 10:22 Lisbon | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Nelas to Lisbon run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 230 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 230 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 19:20 |
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Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
National museum in the former royal coach house, displaying ceremonial carriages and transport pieces from several centuries.
Contemporary art museum in Belém with Portuguese and international works, set in a modern riverside cultural complex.
Historic central square by the river, framed by arcades and grand façades, ideal for architecture, walks, and city atmosphere.
Traditional district of steep lanes, fado heritage, viewpoints, and old houses, rewarding visitors who explore on foot.
Elegant hilltop garden viewpoint with terraces, statues, and broad views over central Lisbon and the castle skyline.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish reflecting Portugal’s long tradition of preserving and cooking bacalhau.
Crisp cod fritters with shredded salt cod, egg and potato. A classic snack or starter found in tascas and family meals across Lisbon.
Rich bread-and-seafood stew with prawns, fish and shellfish, usually finished with coriander. A festive coastal dish popular in Lisbon restaurants.
Contemporary Portuguese fine dining with tasting menus and polished service. A smart choice for a special meal in central Lisbon.
Historic Belém bakery famed for traditional pastéis de nata. Fast-paced, classic setting and one of Lisbon’s essential sweet stops.
Refined restaurant focused on classic Portuguese cooking, including cod and game. Elegant but approachable dining near Chiado.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging and dining are cheaper than Paris or London, while tourist areas cost more. Public transport is good value.
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Lisbon - Oriente -> Baixa-Chiado, Lisbon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nelas to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nelas to Lisbon trains use the Nelas to Lisboa - Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia. Use this guide to compare Nelas and Lisbon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nelas has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Nelas.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nelas.
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.
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