Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim train with Comboios De Portugal

Tue, May 12
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Showing times and prices for May 12

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$43

Fastest journey

3 h 8 m

Average duration

3 h 10 m

Trains per day

33

Distance

298 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

Of the 33 trains that leave Lisbon for Póvoa de Varzim on Tue, May 12, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 298 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 Tue, May 12 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.

  • R - RegionalR 4431 · R 3401+U - UrbanU 15201
    7:53 PM5h41
    Lisbon - Oriente
    1:34 AMNine
    $291One-way
    2 transfers
  • R - RegionalR 4431 · R 3401+U - UrbanU 15201
    7:45 PM5h49
    Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
    1:34 AMNine
    $301One-way
    2 transfers
  • IC - IntercidadesIC 723
    7:39 PM3h36
    Lisbon - Oriente
    11:15 PMNine
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • IC - IntercidadesIC 721
    9:39 AM3h36
    Lisbon - Oriente
    1:15 PMNine
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • IC - IntercidadesIC 731
    5:39 PM3h47
    Lisbon - Oriente
    9:26 PMNine
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 $9, and a flight costs an average of $62.

Distance: 185 miles (298 km)

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Driving

$28

Average price

$15

Average price

Cheapest

$145

Average price

$104

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 6m

Average total duration

3h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 54m

Average total duration

4h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Comboios De Portugal

Most popular train company

Rede Expressos

Most popular bus company

TAP Portugal

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim:

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average $28 (€22).

A bus is $130 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim costing on average $145 (€116).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Póvoa de Varzim take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 36m.

Bus takes on average 4h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Póvoa de Varzim including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

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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 Póvoa de Varzim train times

The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Comboios De PortugalAP 1332:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h17
5:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1332:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h08
5:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1354:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h17
7:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1354:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h08
7:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalIC 7315:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h56
9:26 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalIC 7315:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h47
9:26 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1376:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h17
9:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1376:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h08
9:17 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 186 · R 31056:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos
3h48
10:45 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 186 · R 31057:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h36
10:45 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalIC 7237:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h45
11:15 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalIC 7237:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h36
11:15 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalR 4431 · R 3401 · U 152017:45 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
5h49
1:34 AM Nine2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalR 4431 · R 3401 · U 152017:53 PM Lisbon - Oriente
5h41
1:34 AM Nine2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 129 · U 152518:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
4h02
12:02 AM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 129 · U 152518:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
3h53
12:02 AM Nine1 transfer
Tuesday, May 12
Comboios De PortugalAP 1317:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h17
10:17 AM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 1317:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente
3h08
10:17 AM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalAP 121 · U 152198:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
4h37
12:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 121 · U 152198:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente
4h28
12:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 123 · U 152219:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h58
12:58 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 123 · U 152219:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente
3h49
12:58 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalIC 7219:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
3h45
1:15 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalIC 7219:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente
3h36
1:15 PM Nine0 transfersDirect
Comboios De PortugalR 4411 · AP 182 · IR 8539:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
4h00
1:45 PM Nine2 transfers
Comboios De PortugalAP 182 · IR 8539:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos
3h48
1:45 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 182 · IR 85310:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente
3h36
1:45 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalIC 621 · U 1522711:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
4h07
3:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalIC 621 · U 1522711:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente
3h58
3:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 125 · U 1522912:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
4h37
4:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalAP 125 · U 1522912:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente
4h28
4:37 PM Nine1 transfer
Comboios De PortugalIC 513 · R 4623 · U 15643 · U 1524312:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
7h34
8:04 PM Nine3 transfers
Comboios De PortugalIC 513 · R 4623 · U 15643 · U 1524312:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente
7h25
8:04 PM Nine3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

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Trains from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 3h 8m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)
Distance
185 miles (298 km)
Average train duration
3h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
$13 (€11)
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
13
Fastest train
3h 8m
First train
12:03 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $9 (€7)

Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Lisbon and Póvoa de Varzim from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Comboios De Portugal

About
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway company of Portugal, operating medium- and long-distance services across the country as well as international connections to Spain and France. CP’s train types include Alfa Pendular (AP), high-speed trains reaching up to 220 km/h between Porto, Lisbon, and Faro; Intercidades, long-distance trains running at up to 200 km/h; Inter-Regional (IR) for medium-distance travel; and Regional services for local routes. International (IN) trains connect Portugal with key destinations abroad. Fare options include Promo tickets — available 5 to 60 days in advance and non-refundable — and Normal tickets, which are refundable for a fee. Both fare types are offered in 1st and 2nd class. Onboard amenities may include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Lisbon–Porto, Lisbon–Faro, and Porto–Faro, offering scenic views of Portugal’s countryside and coastline.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€11)
Comboios De Portugal frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar-cafeteria service with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim 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 Póvoa de Varzim, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $13 (€11), while the average price is around $28 (€22).
The train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim takes 3h 8m and runs 31 per day.
The distance by train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is 185 miles (298 km).
The first train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim leaves at 12:03 AM.
The last train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim. This service operates 13 times per day, provided by Comboios De Portugal.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim.
The train station in Lisbon that goes to Póvoa de Varzim is Lisbon - Oriente, which connects to Nine.
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is by bus, with a cost of around $9 (€7).
The train journey from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is generally not considered particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban and industrial areas before reaching the more picturesque northern regions near Porto.
A day trip from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 8m. There are 29 trains per day covering the distance of 185 miles (298 km).
For a fulfilling visit to Póvoa de Varzim, spending two to three days is ideal to explore its beautiful beaches, historic architecture, local cuisine, and cultural attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim.
Since both Lisbon and Póvoa de Varzim are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Póvoa de Varzim include Coimbra, Vigo.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Portugal uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, while carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Póvoa de Varzim, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas such as markets and near the beach. Common scams include overcharging in taxis or local shops, so it is advisable to agree on prices beforehand. Travelers should also be careful when using ATMs to avoid skimming devices and remain vigilant in nightlife areas. Overall, the city is considered safe, but standard precautions help ensure a smooth visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lisbon to Póvoa de Varzim

Lisbon
Póvoa de Varzim
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenida da República.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante Laurentina
  • O Talho
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference
  • Hotel 3K Europa
  • NH Lisboa Campo Grande
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to various destinations
  • Hall 2: access to metro and bus connections
Public transit options for Lisboa - Entrecampos
  • Metro: Line Yellow
  • Bus: Lines 207, 727, 736
  • Train: Fertagus and Sintra lines
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