The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
72
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 72 trains that leave Lisbon for Viana do Castelo 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 332 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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 721 · IR 8539:39 AM4h46Lisbon - Oriente2:25 PMViana do Castelo$371One-way1 transfer
IC 721 · IR 8539:30 AM4h55Lisboa - Santa Apolonia2:25 PMViana do Castelo$371One-way1 transfer
IC 517 · IR 821 · IR 85712:30 PM7h10Lisboa - Santa Apolonia7:40 PMViana do Castelo$381One-way2 transfers
IC 517 · IR 821 · IR 85712:39 PM7h01Lisbon - Oriente7:40 PMViana do Castelo$381One-way2 transfers
R 4415 · IR 821 · IR 85711:53 AM7h47Lisbon - Oriente7:40 PMViana do Castelo$381One-way2 transfers
AP 137 · IC 7316:09 PM3h59Lisbon - Oriente10:08 PMViana do Castelo$571One-way1 transfer
AP 137 · IC 7316:00 PM4h08Lisboa - Santa Apolonia10:08 PMViana do Castelo$571One-way1 transfer
AP 182 · IR 85310:09 AM4h16Lisbon - Oriente2:25 PMViana do Castelo$471One-way1 transfer
AP 182 · IR 8539:57 AM4h28Lisboa - Entrecampos2:25 PMViana do Castelo$471One-way1 transfer
AP 186 · R 31057:09 PM4h28Lisbon - Oriente11:37 PMViana do Castelo$471One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lisbon to Viana do Castelo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 $6, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $192 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Viana do Castelo:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo costing on average $36 (€30).
A bus is $181 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo costing on average $192 (€157).
Other travel options to Viana do Castelo take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 34m.
Bus takes on average 4h 37m.
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 Viana do Castelo train times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Viana do Castelo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 521 · IR 853 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h46 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 521 · IC 721 · IR 853 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h46 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
IC 521 · IR 855 | 6:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h45 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · R 3303 | 7:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h47 | 11:47 AM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · IR 855 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h15 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · IC 721 · IR 853 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h16 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
AP 131 · IR 853 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h16 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 131 · R 3303 | 7:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h38 | 11:47 AM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 853 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h16 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 857 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 11h31 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 121 · IR 855 | 8:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h15 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · IR 857 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h31 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · IR 855 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h15 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 123 · IR 853 | 9:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h16 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 853 | 9:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h55 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 853 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h46 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 855 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h45 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 857 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h01 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 721 · IR 853 | 9:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h46 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · R 4411 · IR 853 | 9:45 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h40 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
AP 182 · IR 853 | 9:57 AM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 4h28 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IC 731 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 11h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 857 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h31 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 855 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h15 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 182 · IR 853 | 10:09 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h16 | 2:25 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · R 3305 · U 15227 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h15 | 4:45 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
IC 621 · IR 855 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h45 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · IR 857 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h01 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · IC 731 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h29 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 621 · U 15227 · R 3305 | 11:39 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h06 | 4:45 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
AP 125 · IR 855 | 12:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h24 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · IR 857 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h31 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · IR 855 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h15 | 5:24 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · R 3105 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 11h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 125 · IC 731 | 12:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 513 · R 3309 · U 15243 · R 4623 | 12:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 8h32 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 4 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 4623 · U 15643 · IC 731 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h29 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 3 transfers | |
IC 513 · U 15643 · R 3105 · R 4623 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 10h58 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 3 transfers | |
IC 513 · R 3309 · U 15643 · U 15243 | 12:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 8h23 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 4 transfers | |
AP 133 · R 3307 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h49 | 6:49 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · IC 731 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · R 3105 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 9h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · R 3307 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h40 | 6:49 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 133 · IR 857 | 2:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h31 | 7:40 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · R 3309 · U 15243 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h23 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
IC 523 · IC 731 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h29 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 523 · R 3105 | 3:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h58 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · R 3309 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 5h02 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · IC 731 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · R 3309 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h53 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · R 3105 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 7h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 135 · U 15243 · R 3309 | 4:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h53 | 9:02 PM Viana do Castelo | 2 transfers | |
AP 127 · IC 731 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 127 · R 3105 | 5:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 6h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
IC 731 | 5:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h38 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 731 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h29 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 731 · R 3105 | 5:39 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h58 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 · IC 731 | 6:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 4h08 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 · IC 731 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 3h59 | 10:08 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 137 · R 3105 | 6:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 5h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · R 3105 | 6:57 PM Lisboa - Entrecampos | 4h40 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
AP 186 · R 3105 | 7:09 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 4h28 | 11:37 PM Viana do Castelo | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo
Trains from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 9:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Lisbon and Viana do Castelo from $6 (€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 Viana do Castelo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo 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 Viana do Castelo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lisbon to Viana do Castelo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenida da República
- Restaurante Laurentina
- O Talho
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- VIP Executive Entrecampos Hotel & Conference
- Hotel 3K Europa
- NH Lisboa Campo Grande
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: access to metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line Yellow
- Bus: Lines 207, 727, 736
- Train: Fertagus and Sintra lines
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Avenida General Humberto Delgado
- Restaurante O Manel
- Tasquinha da Linda
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Rali Viana
- Hotel Flor de Sal
- Pousada Viana do Castelo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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