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Paço de Giela - Centro Interpretativo
Main local museum interpreting the municipality’s history, traditions, and identity. A solid first stop for understanding Arcos de Valdevez.
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez without transferring at least once.
IC 721 · IR 853 · R 3304
IC 721 · IR 853 · R 3304
IC 621 · U 15227 · R 3305
IC 621 · R 3305 · U 15227
IC 513 · U 15643 · R 4623 · U 15243
AP 131 · R 3303
AP 131 · R 3303
AP 182 · R 3304 · IR 853
AP 133 · R 3307
AP 133 · R 3307Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €118 Average price | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez costing on average €30.
A bus is €105 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez costing on average €118.
Other travel options to Arcos De Valdevez take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 32m.
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
Tickets start at around €30 compared to roughly €99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €69. The journey takes 4h 32m versus 3h 56m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:39 AM Lisbon | 6h00 | 2:39 PM Arcos De Valdevez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:39 AM Lisbon | 6h00 | 3:39 PM Arcos De Valdevez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:39 AM Lisbon | 5h49 | 5:28 PM Arcos De Valdevez | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:24, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 1:24 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Arcos De Valdevez — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arcos De Valdevez trip today.
Main local museum interpreting the municipality’s history, traditions, and identity. A solid first stop for understanding Arcos de Valdevez.
Archaeology-focused interpretation center presenting the medieval palace and its setting. Worth visiting for context before exploring the site.
Interpretive space about rural mountain life, architecture, and traditions in Soajo. Useful for visitors exploring the village and granaries.
Pleasant riverside green area with walks, sports spaces, and views over the Vez. One of the town’s most enjoyable everyday public spaces.
Compact old center with granite buildings, churches, and local atmosphere. Best explored on foot for architecture and daily life.
Famous hill village with dramatic stone architecture and one of Portugal’s most photogenic rural settings. A regional highlight.
Traditional green soup with potatoes, onions and shredded collard greens, usually finished with olive oil and served across Minho homes and taverns.
Roasted kid goat, a festive Minho specialty, prized for tender meat and rich flavor, often served at family celebrations and regional restaurants.
Rice cooked with local rooster or free-range chicken, a comforting northern Portuguese dish linked to rural cooking and special Sunday meals.
Established regional restaurant known for traditional Minho cuisine, especially roasted meats and classic Portuguese dishes in a refined rustic setting.
Well-known traditional venue serving hearty northern Portuguese food, with a casual atmosphere and strong local reputation for regional specialties.
Respected local restaurant focused on Portuguese comfort food and regional products, popular for generous portions and a welcoming dining room.
Budget-friendly versus many Western European destinations. Lodging, meals, and local transport are generally affordable, with especially good value in cafes and casual restaurants.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis usually round up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez 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 Arcos De Valdevez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Arcos De Valdevez trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Sao Pedro da Torre station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Arcos De Valdevez train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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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