- Must visit
Museu Nacional Ferroviário
Portugal’s national railway museum, featuring locomotives, royal carriages, and immersive exhibits that explain Entroncamento’s identity.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Almada to Entroncamento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 65 miles (106 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$14 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Almada to Entroncamento:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Almada to Entroncamento costing on average $14.
Other travel options to Entroncamento take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 33m.
Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 24m 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.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Almada to Entroncamento run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (106 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 65 miles (106 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 4:14 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Portugal’s national railway museum, featuring locomotives, royal carriages, and immersive exhibits that explain Entroncamento’s identity.
Exhibition space in the station area presenting smaller rail-themed displays and local transport memory linked to the town.
Nearby modern art museum in Torres Novas with a respected contemporary collection and striking adaptive reuse setting.
Main urban park with lawns, shade, and leisure space, ideal for a relaxed walk and observing local daily life.
Station forecourt and surrounding rail quarter, the most characteristic walking area for understanding the city’s origins.
Linear walking route around the Bonito lake area, appreciated for fresh air, greenery, and an easy local stroll.
Sopa da Pedra is a rich bean, pork and sausage soup from nearby Almeirim, a Ribatejo classic tied to regional folklore and traditional farmhouse cooking.
Migas Ribatejanas mixes bread with garlic, olive oil and greens, often served with pork. It is a hallmark comfort food of the Ribatejo countryside.
Ensopado de Borrego is a slow-cooked lamb stew with bread, garlic and herbs. It is a traditional festive dish in central Portugal and Ribatejo homes.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant known for grilled meats, fish and hearty daily specials in a relaxed local setting.
Casual local spot serving Portuguese comfort food, generous portions and classic meat and seafood dishes.
Established restaurant with a more refined feel, focused on Portuguese cuisine, grilled specialties and attentive service.
Moderate for Portugal. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while dining is affordable compared with larger tourist cities like Lisbon or Porto.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Entroncamento Railway Station -> Praça Salgueiro Maia, Entroncamento
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Almada to Entroncamento 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 Entroncamento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Almada to Entroncamento trains use the Pragal to Entroncamento station pair. Use this guide to compare Almada and Entroncamento train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pragal is 2 km from Almada city centre. Public transport options include:
Pragal 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 Rampa do Pragal, Restaurante O Tavares
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pragal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pragal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pragal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pragal: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pragal: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Lisboa Almada, Hotel Residencial Colibri, Hotel Maia.
Entroncamento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante O Pote, Restaurante O Túnel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Entroncamento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Entroncamento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Entroncamento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Entroncamento: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Entroncamento: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Gameiro, Dom Joao Hotel, Hotel Torres Novas.
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