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Museu Diocesano de Santarém
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 35 trains that leave Vila Franca de Xira for Santarém every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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.
R 4419
R 4433
R 4401
R 4417
R 4421
IC 515
IC 513
IC 511
IC 721
IC 731The table below shows live departures for Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4401 | 0:51 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 1:35 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4403 | 6:16 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 6:54 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 521 | 6:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 7:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4405 | 7:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 7:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 511 | 7:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h20 | 8:12 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4407 | 8:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 8:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 541 | 8:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h26 | 9:04 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4409 | 9:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h46 | 9:57 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 721 | 9:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 10:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4411 | 10:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 10:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4413 | 11:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 11:49 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 621 | 11:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 12:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4415 | 12:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 12:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 513 | 12:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h20 | 13:12 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4417 | 13:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 13:49 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 543 | 13:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h23 | 14:01 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4419 | 14:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 14:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4421 | 15:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 15:49 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 523 | 15:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 16:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4423 | 16:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 16:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 5601 | 16:39 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h27 | 17:06 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4425 | 17:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 17:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 931 | 17:39 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h27 | 18:06 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 731 | 17:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 18:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4427 | 18:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 18:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 933 | 18:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h29 | 19:07 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 515 | 18:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h20 | 19:12 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4429 | 19:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 19:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 545 | 19:38 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h26 | 20:04 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 723 | 19:52 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 20:13 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4431 | 20:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h44 | 20:55 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4433 | 21:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 21:49 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4435 | 22:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h49 | 23:00 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 529 | 22:22 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h21 | 22:43 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
R 4437 | 23:11 Vila Franca de Xira | 0h38 | 23:49 Santarém station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém run on average 27 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 27m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Santarém — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santarém trip today.
The city’s main museum, set in a former church. It presents archaeology, sculpture and decorative arts that explain Santarém’s long history.
Museum inside the old church of São João de Alporão, displaying archaeological finds and stonework. Ideal for understanding the city’s medieval past.
Small contemporary art venue in the former market complex. Visit for changing exhibitions and a fresh cultural counterpoint to the old town.
Hilltop garden on the old castle site with sweeping river-plain views. It is the city’s signature promenade and the best place for sunset.
The historic main square, framed by civic buildings and cafés. A practical starting point for walks and a good place to absorb local daily life.
Historic riverside district below the upper town, associated with old river trade. Worth exploring for a more local feel and different city perspective.
A rich pork and bean stew with cabbage, sausages and cured meats. A Ribatejo staple that reflects the region’s rural farming traditions.
Bread soup with poached eggs, garlic, coriander and olive oil, often enriched with cod or pork. Traditional comfort food widely eaten in Ribatejo.
Fresh river eel, usually fried or stewed. It is closely tied to the Tagus and the wetlands around Santarém, making it a classic local speciality.
Refined dining in a historic building, serving polished Portuguese cuisine and regional wines in an elegant atmosphere for a longer meal.
Traditional restaurant known for Ribatejo cooking, grilled meats and regional dishes in a relaxed local setting near the historic centre.
Well-known house for hearty Portuguese classics, especially stone soup and regional fare, with a casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Portugal: stays, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or Porto, but tourist-season rates can lift hotel and dining costs.
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 modestly.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém 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 Santarém, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vila Franca de Xira to Santarém trains use the Vila Franca de Xira to Santarem station pair. Use this guide to compare Vila Franca de Xira and Santarém train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vila Franca de Xira has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante O Forno, Restaurante Taverna do Areal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Vila Franca de Xira. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vila Franca de Xira. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vila Franca de Xira: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vila Franca de Xira: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila Franca de Xira: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Lezíria Parque Hotel, Hostel DP.
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
Santarem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.