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Museu Militar de Elvas
Museum inside Forte de Santa Luzia displaying weapons, uniforms, and documents. Essential for understanding Elvas's military past.
Cheapest price on Sep 28
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 28
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 28
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 28
3 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 28
10
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Elvas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Elvas will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Elvas without transferring at least once.
R 4415 · R 485
R 4405 · R 481
R 4415 · R 485
R 4405 · R 481
R 485 · IC 513
R 481 · AP 121
R 485 · IC 513
R 481 · AP 121
R 485 · IC 513
R 481 · IC 511The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Elvas trains for today, Sunday, September 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 513 · R 485 | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h45 | 4:15 PM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
IC 513 · R 485 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h36 | 4:15 PM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 28 | |||||
R 4405 · R 481 | 6:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h54 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
R 4405 · R 481 | 6:53 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h46 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
IC 511 · R 481 | 7:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h09 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
IC 511 · R 481 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h00 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · R 481 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h39 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · R 481 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h30 | 11:39 AM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
R 4415 · R 485 | 11:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h30 | 4:15 PM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
R 4415 · R 485 | 11:53 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h22 | 4:15 PM Elvas station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lisbon to Elvas run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:13. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 7:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Elvas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elvas trip today.
Museum inside Forte de Santa Luzia displaying weapons, uniforms, and documents. Essential for understanding Elvas's military past.
Contemporary art museum in a restored hospital, focused on Portuguese art from the second half of the 20th century onward.
Interpretation center explaining the UNESCO military landscape of Elvas through models, panels, and context for first-time visitors.
Main square of Elvas, framed by historic buildings and arcades. A natural base for walking, people-watching, and orienting yourself in the old town.
One of the principal streets in the old center, useful for exploring shops, churches, and urban details within the UNESCO zone.
Scenic approach area around the aqueduct, ideal for walking and photography. It showcases one of Elvas's most memorable urban landscapes.
A hearty Alentejo soup of bread, garlic, olive oil, coriander and poached egg. It is a defining comfort dish of the region around Elvas.
Pork marinated with garlic and paprika, then cooked with clams. Popular across Alentejo, it reflects the region's love of robust pork dishes.
Traditional Alentejo lamb stew slowly cooked with herbs and local seasoning. It is a festive, old-fashioned dish found in inland towns like Elvas.
Traditional local restaurant serving hearty Alentejo dishes, grilled meats and regional specialties in a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Well-known casual spot for Portuguese comfort food, including regional meat dishes and classics, with a friendly tavern-style feel.
Refined restaurant in a historic pousada, known for polished Alentejo cuisine, regional wines and an elegant setting inside Elvas's fortified center.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto. Rooms, meals, and local travel are usually cheaper, making Elvas a good value for budget and mid-range travelers.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are often rounded up slightly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Elvas 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 Elvas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Elvas trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Elvas station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Elvas 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.
Elvas is 2 km from Elvas city centre. Public transport options include:
Elvas has practical services for this route, including Dining, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: O Lagar, Golden Hour By Elvas The Queen
Ticket office support is available at Elvas.
Nearby hotels include Hotel São João de Deus, Hotel Dom Luis, SL Hotel Santa Luzia.
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