The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisbon to Guimarães
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Guimarães is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Guimarães will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 40 trains that leave Lisbon for Guimarães on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 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.
IC 62111:39 AM4h03Lisbon - Oriente3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$361One-way0 transfers
IC 62111:30 AM4h12Lisboa - Santa Apolonia3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$361One-way0 transfers
IC 517 · IR 821 · U 1516912:39 PM5h56Lisbon - Oriente6:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$381One-way2 transfers
IC 517 · IR 821 · U 1516912:30 PM6h05Lisboa - Santa Apolonia6:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$381One-way2 transfers
R 4415 · IR 821 · U 1516911:53 AM6h42Lisbon - Oriente6:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$381One-way2 transfers
IC 62111:39 AM4h03Lisbon - Oriente3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$361One-way0 transfers
AP 135 · U 151734:09 PM4h03Lisbon - Oriente8:12 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$481One-way1 transfer
AP 135 · U 151734:00 PM4h12Lisboa - Santa Apolonia8:12 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$481One-way1 transfer
IC 62111:30 AM4h12Lisboa - Santa Apolonia3:42 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$361One-way0 transfers
AP 186 · U 151817:09 PM4h26Lisbon - Oriente11:35 PMEstação Ferroviária de Guimarães$481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lisbon to Guimarães
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Guimarães among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 193 miles (312 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $182 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Guimarães:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Guimarães costing on average $35 (€28).
A bus is $170 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Guimarães costing on average $182 (€149).
Other travel options to Guimarães take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
Train takes on average 4h 14m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Live departures
Lisbon to Guimarães train times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Guimarães trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AP 129 · U 15183 | 8:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h35 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 129 · U 15183 | 8:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h26 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
IC 521 · U 15159 | 6:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h05 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · U 15159 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h56 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · U 15159 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h35 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · U 15159 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h26 | 11:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15161 | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h39 | 12:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · U 15161 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h30 | 12:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · U 15163 | 9:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h39 | 1:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · U 15163 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h30 | 1:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 15165 | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 6h05 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · U 15165 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h56 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15165 · R 4411 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h50 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 182 · U 15165 | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 5h38 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · U 15165 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h26 | 3:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h12 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 621 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h03 | 3:42 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 821 · U 15169 · R 4415 | 11:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 6h50 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IR 821 · U 15169 · R 4415 | 11:53 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h42 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · U 15167 | 12:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h43 | 5:43 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · U 15167 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h34 | 5:43 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 517 · U 15169 · IR 821 | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 6h05 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
IC 517 · U 15169 · IR 821 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h56 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 133 · U 15169 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h35 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · U 15171 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h39 | 7:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · U 15169 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h26 | 6:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · U 15171 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h30 | 7:39 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · U 15173 | 3:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h42 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · U 15173 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h33 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · U 15173 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h12 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · U 15173 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h03 | 8:12 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 525 · U 15177 | 4:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h07 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 525 · U 15177 | 4:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h58 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · U 15177 | 5:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h37 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · U 15177 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h28 | 9:37 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 519 · AP 186 · U 15181 | 6:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h56 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 2 transfers | |
AP 186 · U 15181 | 6:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 4h38 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · U 15181 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h26 | 11:35 PM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 · U 15183 | 7:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h05 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
IC 723 · U 15183 | 7:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h56 | 12:35 AM Estação Ferroviária de Guimarães | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lisbon to Guimarães
Trains from Lisbon to Guimarães run on average 31 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (312 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 193 miles (312 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Lisbon to Guimarães trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Lisbon and Guimarães from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lisbon to Guimarães
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Guimarães 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 Guimarães, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lisbon to Guimarães
Most Lisbon to Guimarães trains use the Lisboa - Oriente to Guimarães station pair, with some services arriving at Covas. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Guimarães train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lisbon station do trains to Guimarães leave from?
Getting to Lisboa - Oriente from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Oriente train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Oriente.
Getting to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Santa Apolonia train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.
Getting to Lisboa - Entrecampos from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa - Entrecampos is 3 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa - Entrecampos train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Laurentina, O Talho
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lisboa - Entrecampos. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Entrecampos: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference, Hotel 3K Europa, NH Lisboa Campo Grande.
Which Guimarães station do trains from Lisbon arrive at?
Getting to Guimarães from Guimarães city centre
Guimarães is 1 km from Guimarães city centre. Public transport options include:
Guimarães train station facilities and services
Guimarães 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Histórico by Papaboa, Solar do Arco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Guimarães. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Guimarães. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Guimarães: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Guimarães: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Guimarães: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel de Guimarães, Pousada Mosteiro Guimarães, Santa Luzia ArtHotel.
Getting to Covas from Guimarães city centre
Covas is 2 km from Guimarães city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Covas train station facilities and services
Covas has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Covas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Covas.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Covas.
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