- Must visit
Museu de Olaria
Leading local museum for Barcelos pottery and the famous rooster icon. Essential for understanding the city's craft identity and folk art traditions.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Barcelos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Barcelos will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 74 trains from Lisbon to Barcelos, including 14 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
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Trains from Lisbon to Barcelos run on average 66 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 3h 6m.
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The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Barcelos trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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AP 121 · U 15219 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h37 | 12:37 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15219 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h28 | 12:37 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 853 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h45 | 1:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 857 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h55 | 7:04 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 855 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h45 | 4:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 721 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h36 | 1:15 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 721 · IR 857 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h25 | 7:04 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 853 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h15 | 1:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 855 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h15 | 4:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
R 4411 · AP 182 · IR 853 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h00 | 1:45 PM Nine | 2 transfers | |
AP 182 · IR 853 | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h48 | 1:45 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 855 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h45 | 4:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 853 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h36 | 1:45 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 857 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h55 | 7:04 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 853 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h45 | 1:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · U 15227 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h07 | 3:37 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · U 15227 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h58 | 3:37 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h17 | 5:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 133 · R 3105 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h50 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h08 | 5:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 133 · IC 731 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h27 | 9:36 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · IR 857 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h55 | 7:04 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · R 3105 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h20 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · IC 731 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h57 | 9:36 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · R 3309 · U 15243 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h43 | 8:22 PM Barcelos | 2 transfers | |
AP 135 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h17 | 7:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 135 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h08 | 7:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 135 · R 3105 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h50 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · IC 731 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h27 | 9:36 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · R 3309 · U 15243 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h13 | 8:22 PM Barcelos | 2 transfers | |
AP 127 · IC 731 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h27 | 9:36 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · R 3105 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h50 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 5:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h56 | 9:26 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 731 · R 3105 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h20 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h47 | 9:26 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 137 | 6:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h17 | 9:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 137 · R 3105 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h50 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h08 | 9:17 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 515 · R 4633 · U 15201 · U 15659 | 6:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h55 | 1:34 AM Nine | 3 transfers | |
R 4429 · AP 186 · R 3105 | 6:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h00 | 10:45 PM Nine | 2 transfers | |
AP 186 · R 3105 | 6:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 3h48 | 10:45 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · R 3105 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h50 | 10:59 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · R 3105 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h36 | 10:45 PM Nine | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 | 7:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h45 | 11:15 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 723 | 7:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h36 | 11:15 PM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4431 · R 3401 · U 15201 | 7:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h49 | 1:34 AM Nine | 2 transfers | |
R 4431 · R 3401 · U 15201 | 7:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h41 | 1:34 AM Nine | 2 transfers | |
AP 129 · U 15251 | 8:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h02 | 12:02 AM Nine | 1 transfer | |
AP 129 · U 15251 | 8:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h53 | 12:02 AM Nine | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · IR 853 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h15 | 1:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · R 3103 · U 15225 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h51 | 3:30 PM Barcelos | 2 transfers | |
IC 521 · IR 855 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h15 | 4:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h17 | 10:17 AM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 131 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h08 | 10:17 AM Nine | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 131 · R 3103 · U 15225 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h21 | 3:30 PM Barcelos | 2 transfers | |
AP 131 · IR 853 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h45 | 1:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · IR 855 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h45 | 4:54 PM Barcelos | 1 transfer | |
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Leading local museum for Barcelos pottery and the famous rooster icon. Essential for understanding the city's craft identity and folk art traditions.
Municipal museum presenting archaeology, sacred art, and local history inside a historic building. A strong introduction to Barcelos' cultural heritage.
Interpretation space within the medieval tower, with exhibits on the palace ruins and the city's evolution. Compact and rewarding for history lovers.
Main square framed by the Bom Jesus da Cruz temple and civic buildings. The heart of festivals, processions, and everyday life in Barcelos.
Historic square associated with one of Portugal's best-known weekly markets. Lively and authentic, it showcases daily local rhythms and traditions.
Historic center streets around the bridge, churches, and old palace ruins. Best area for walking, architecture, and discovering local shops.
Roasted or grilled rooster tied to the legend of Barcelos. It is a local emblem and a classic festive dish in the city and surrounding Minho region.
Rice cooked with free-range rooster, often with blood and giblets for deep flavor. A traditional Minho dish strongly associated with Barcelos fairs and family meals.
A rich rice dish from Minho made with minced pork, chicken, cured meats and spices. It is traditional at celebrations and common in Barcelos restaurants.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant serving refined Portuguese cuisine with regional products in an elegant atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for Minho specialties, including rooster and regional meats, in a classic welcoming setting popular with locals.
Established casual spot for grilled meats, cod dishes and hearty Minho cooking with a relaxed local feel.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto. Lodging, local meals, and buses are generally moderate, with lower tourist markups than major Portuguese city breaks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small tips in cafés are appreciated but not expected.
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Nine Station -> Largo da Porta Nova, Barcelos
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Barcelos 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 Barcelos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Barcelos trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Nine station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Barcelos 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.
Nine is 10 km from Barcelos city centre. Public transport options include:
Nine has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Nine. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Nine. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nine: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nine: Elevators, ramps.
Check train stations information for Lisbon and Barcelos, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.