The cheapest and fastest trains from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 44 trains that leave Vila Nova de Gaia for Lisbon every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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 34001:144h36Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas5:50Lisbon - Oriente£181One-way0 changes
R 34001:144h45Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas5:59Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£191One-way0 changes
IC 512 · U 15728 · R 466812:563h56Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas16:52Lisbon - Oriente£251One-way2 changes
IC 510 · R 4656 · U 157086:564h26Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas11:22Lisbon - Oriente£251One-way2 changes
U 15744 · R 4678 · IC 51417:564h34Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas22:30Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£251One-way2 changes
AP 13620:452h37Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas23:22Lisbon - Oriente£331One-way0 changes
AP 1209:452h37Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas12:22Lisbon - Oriente£331One-way0 changes
AP 18414:452h37Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas17:22Lisbon - Oriente£331One-way0 changes
AP 12211:452h37Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas14:22Lisbon - Oriente£331One-way0 changes
AP 1287:452h37Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas10:22Lisbon - Oriente£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £37.
Distance: 272 km
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Live departures
Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon train times
The table below shows live departures for Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon trains for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 126 | 17:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h55 | 20:40 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 126 | 17:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h47 | 20:32 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 620 | 17:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 20:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 620 | 17:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 21:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 514 · U 15744 · R 4678 | 17:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h34 | 22:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2 changes | |
IC 514 · U 15744 · R 4678 | 17:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h26 | 22:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 2 changes | |
AP 134 | 18:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 21:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 134 | 18:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 21:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 528 | 19:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 23:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 528 | 19:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 22:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 136 | 20:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 23:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 136 | 20:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 23:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 29 May | |||||
R 3400 | 1:14 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h45 | 5:59 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3400 | 1:14 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h36 | 5:50 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 180 | 5:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 8:30 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 180 | 5:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 8:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 130 | 6:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 9:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 130 | 6:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 9:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 520 | 6:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 9:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 520 | 6:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 10:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 510 · R 4656 · U 15708 | 6:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h26 | 11:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 2 changes | |
IC 510 · U 15708 · R 4656 | 6:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h34 | 11:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2 changes | |
AP 128 | 7:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 10:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 128 | 7:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 10:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 730 | 8:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 11:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 730 | 8:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 12:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 120 | 9:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 12:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 120 | 9:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 12:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 720 | 10:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 14:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 720 | 10:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 13:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 122 | 11:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 14:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 122 | 11:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 14:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 524 | 12:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 15:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 524 | 12:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 16:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 512 · U 15728 · R 4668 | 12:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h56 | 16:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 2 changes | |
U 15728 · R 4668 · IC 512 | 12:56 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 4h04 | 17:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2 changes | |
AP 132 | 13:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 16:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 132 | 13:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 16:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 184 | 14:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 17:30 Lisboa - Entrecampos | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 184 | 14:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 17:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 722 | 14:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h02 | 17:52 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 722 | 14:50 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 3h10 | 18:00 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 124 | 16:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h37 | 19:22 Lisbon - Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
AP 124 | 16:45 Vila Nova de Gaia-Devesas | 2h45 | 19:30 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon
Trains from Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Vila Nova de Gaia to Lisbon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila Nova de Gaia 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vila Nova de Gaia and Lisbon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Rua Conselheiro Veloso da Cruz.
- Restaurante Arco Iris
- Restaurante Casa Dias
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Porto Gaia
- Mercure Porto Gaia Hotel
- The Yeatman
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-4
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Metro: Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenida da República.
- Restaurante Laurentina
- O Talho
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference
- Hotel 3K Europa
- NH Lisboa Campo Grande
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: access to metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line Yellow
- Bus: Lines 207, 727, 736
- Train: Fertagus and Sintra lines
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