- Must visit
Museu da Chapelaria
Flagship museum in a former factory, interpreting the city’s hat-making industry with machinery, archives, and guided visits through working heritage spaces.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$34
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$41
Fastest journey on Aug 31
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
3 h 56 m
Trains on Aug 31
50
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 721 · R 5208+
TC
IC 621+
TC+
R 5210
IC 721 · R 5208+
TC
IC 523 · R 5214+
TC
IC 523+
TC+
R 5214
AP 121+
TC+
R 5206
AP 133+
TC+
U 15637 · R 5212
AP 133+
TC+
U 15637 · R 5212
AP 121 · R 5206+
TC
AP 182 · R 5208+
TC+
U 15625Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a flight costs an average of $118.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira costing on average $39 (€31).
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira costing on average $116 (€94).
Other travel options to Sao Joao da Madeira take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $87 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€39). The journey takes 3h 31m versus 2h 51m 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 Sao Joao da Madeira trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 521 · R 5210 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h59 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · R 5208 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h38 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · R 5206 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h18 | 11:57 AM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · R 5206 · U 15617 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h48 | 11:57 AM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 131 · R 5210 · U 15617 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h29 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 131 · U 15617 · R 5208 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h08 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 511 · U 15623 · R 5212 · R 4609 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h18 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 511 · U 15623 · R 4609 · R 5208 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h38 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 511 · AP 121+ TC+ R 5206 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h18 | 11:57 AM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 511 · R 4609 · U 15623 · R 5210 | 7:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h59 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 121 · R 5206+ TC | 8:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h57 | 11:57 AM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 121 · R 5208 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h08 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · R 5212 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h48 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · R 5206+ TC | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h48 | 11:57 AM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 121 · R 5210 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h29 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · U 15623 · R 5212 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h48 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 123 · U 15623 · R 5208 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h08 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 123 · U 15623 · R 5210 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h29 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · R 5208+ TC | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h47 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · R 5210 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h59 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · R 5212 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h18 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · R 5208+ TC | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h38 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 721 · R 5208 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h38 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · R 4411 · U 15625+ TC | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h32 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 4 transfers | |
AP 182 · R 5208 · U 15625+ TC | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 4h20 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 182 · R 5212 · U 15625 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h48 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 182 · U 15625 · R 5214 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h12 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 182 · U 15625 · R 5210 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h29 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 182+ TC+ R 5208 · U 15625 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h08 | 2:17 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 621 · R 5210+ TC | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h08 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 621 · R 5212 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h18 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 621+ TC+ R 5210 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h59 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 621 · R 5210 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h59 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · R 5214 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h42 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
AP 125+ TC+ R 5210 · U 15633 | 12:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h38 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 125 · R 5214 · U 15633 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h12 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · R 5212 · U 15633 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h48 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · U 15633+ TC+ R 5210 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h29 | 4:38 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4619 · U 15637+ TC | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h27 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 4 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4619 · U 15637 · R 5212 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h18 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 4 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4623 · U 15643 · R 5214 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h42 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4619 · U 15637 · R 5214 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h42 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 133 · R 5212 · U 15637+ TC | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3h57 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 133 · U 15637+ TC+ R 5212 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h48 | 5:57 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 133 · R 5214 · U 15637 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h12 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · R 5214+ TC | 3:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h51 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · R 5214 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h42 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · R 5214+ TC | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h42 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 2 transfers | |
AP 135 · U 15645 · R 5214+ TC | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h21 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
AP 135 · U 15645+ TC+ R 5214 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h12 | 8:21 PM Sao Joao da Madeira | 3 transfers | |
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Take a train from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira and enjoy the approximately 154 miles (249 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 6:39 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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Discover the best of Sao Joao da Madeira — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sao Joao da Madeira trip today.
Flagship museum in a former factory, interpreting the city’s hat-making industry with machinery, archives, and guided visits through working heritage spaces.
Industrial museum preserving the shoe sector that shaped the city, with exhibitions on design, production, labor, and local entrepreneurial culture.
Museum and art center inside the Oliva Creative Factory, known for contemporary art exhibitions and major works from the Treger Saint Silvestre collection.
Main civic square and everyday gathering point, surrounded by key buildings and useful as a starting place for discovering the compact city center.
Important central avenue lined with shops and services, ideal for feeling the city’s daily rhythm and connecting several key urban attractions.
Urban park with lawns, trees, and walking paths, popular for relaxing breaks and family time close to the center of Sao Joao da Madeira.
Roasted kid goat with potatoes, common in nearby Beira and Douro homes for Sundays and feast days. A classic northern Portuguese celebratory dish.
Slow-cooked veal in a rich red wine and vegetable sauce. Traditional comfort food in northern Portugal, often served at family restaurants.
Rice cooked with blood, vinegar, and pork, often served with roast meats. A rustic regional specialty found across Aveiro district and nearby towns.
Well-regarded venue for refined Portuguese dishes and attentive service, offering a more polished dining experience in town.
Established restaurant known for traditional Portuguese cooking, grilled meats, and a calm local atmosphere suitable for a classic regional meal.
Casual local favorite for Portuguese comfort food and daily specials, with an unfussy setting and reliable portions.
Budget-friendly for Portugal. Hotels, local meals, and coffee are usually cheaper than Porto; transit costs are modest, though fine dining options are limited.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafés and taxis usually get small change or a rounded-up fare.
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São João da Madeira station -> Praça Luís Ribeiro, São João da Madeira
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira 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 Sao Joao da Madeira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Sao Joao da Madeira trains use the Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Sao Joao da Madeira station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Sao Joao da Madeira train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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 - 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 - 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.
Sao Joao da Madeira has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Sao Joao da Madeira.
ATMs are available at Sao Joao da Madeira.
Available at Sao Joao da Madeira: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sao Joao da Madeira.
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