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National Museum of Ancient Art
Portugal’s premier art museum, spanning medieval to modern works. Highlights include Nuno Gonçalves and major European painting collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$21
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 15
44
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pombal to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pombal to Lisbon will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 44 trains from Pombal to Lisbon, including 24 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
R 4520 · R 4440
R 4502 · R 5600
R 4516 · R 4436
R 4514 · R 4434
R 4504 · R 4412
AP 126
IC 520
IC 722
IC 720
IC 528Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pombal to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Pombal to Lisbon:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pombal to Lisbon costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€18). The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 52m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Pombal to Lisbon trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 722 | 4:25 PM Pombal station | 1h27 | 5:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 722 | 4:25 PM Pombal station | 1h35 | 6:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4512 · R 4432 | 5:15 PM Pombal station | 2h57 | 8:12 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4512 · R 4432 | 5:15 PM Pombal station | 3h05 | 8:20 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
R 4514 · R 4434 | 6:17 PM Pombal station | 2h56 | 9:13 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4514 · R 4434 | 6:17 PM Pombal station | 3h03 | 9:20 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
AP 126 | 7:09 PM Pombal station | 1h31 | 8:40 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
AP 126 | 7:09 PM Pombal station | 1h23 | 8:32 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4516 · R 4436 | 7:18 PM Pombal station | 2h47 | 10:05 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4516 · R 4436 | 7:18 PM Pombal station | 2h55 | 10:13 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
IC 620 | 7:24 PM Pombal station | 1h28 | 8:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 620 | 7:24 PM Pombal station | 1h36 | 9:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 514 | 8:51 PM Pombal station | 1h31 | 10:22 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 514 | 8:51 PM Pombal station | 1h39 | 10:30 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4520 · R 4440 | 9:10 PM Pombal station | 3h00 | 12:10 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
R 4520 · R 4440 | 9:10 PM Pombal station | 2h52 | 12:02 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
IC 528 | 9:24 PM Pombal station | 1h36 | 11:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 528 | 9:24 PM Pombal station | 1h28 | 10:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
R 3400 | 3:31 AM Pombal station | 2h28 | 5:59 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 3400 | 3:31 AM Pombal station | 2h19 | 5:50 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4500 · IR 932 | 6:12 AM Pombal station | 2h16 | 8:28 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
R 4500 · IR 932 | 6:12 AM Pombal station | 2h05 | 8:17 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4502 · R 5600 | 7:00 AM Pombal station | 2h11 | 9:11 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4502 · R 5600 | 7:00 AM Pombal station | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
R 4504 · R 4412 | 8:00 AM Pombal station | 3h05 | 11:05 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4504 · R 4412 | 8:00 AM Pombal station | 3h13 | 11:13 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
IC 520 | 8:26 AM Pombal station | 1h34 | 10:00 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 520 | 8:26 AM Pombal station | 1h26 | 9:52 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4506 · IC 540 | 9:17 AM Pombal station | 2h03 | 11:20 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
R 4506 · IC 540 | 9:17 AM Pombal station | 1h56 | 11:13 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
IC 510 | 9:51 AM Pombal station | 1h39 | 11:30 AM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 510 | 9:51 AM Pombal station | 1h31 | 11:22 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 730 | 10:22 AM Pombal station | 1h30 | 11:52 AM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 730 | 10:22 AM Pombal station | 1h38 | 12:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4508 · R 4420 | 11:17 AM Pombal station | 2h48 | 2:05 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4508 · R 4420 | 11:17 AM Pombal station | 2h56 | 2:13 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
IC 720 | 12:25 PM Pombal station | 1h35 | 2:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 720 | 12:25 PM Pombal station | 1h27 | 1:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 4510 · R 4426 | 2:18 PM Pombal station | 2h54 | 5:12 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 1 transfer | |
R 4510 · R 4426 | 2:18 PM Pombal station | 3h02 | 5:20 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 transfer | |
IC 524 | 2:24 PM Pombal station | 1h28 | 3:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 524 | 2:24 PM Pombal station | 1h36 | 4:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 512 | 3:22 PM Pombal station | 1h38 | 5:00 PM Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 512 | 3:22 PM Pombal station | 1h30 | 4:52 PM Lisbon - Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pombal to Lisbon run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Lisbon’s oldest district, with narrow lanes, viewpoints, and fado heritage. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for wandering on foot.
Elegant central square on the Tagus framed by arcades and grand façades. A key meeting point and one of Lisbon’s defining public spaces.
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Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potatoes. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish showing Portugal's deep bacalhau tradition.
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Two-Michelin-star fine dining by Henrique Sá Pessoa. Creative Portuguese cuisine with refined tasting menus and polished service.
Historic Belém pastry shop famed for its original custard tarts. Busy, traditional and essential for a classic Lisbon sweet stop.
Traditional seafood restaurant in Cais do Sodré, known for shellfish, garlic clams and classic Portuguese fish dishes in a lively setting.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pombal to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pombal to Lisbon trains use the Pombal to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa - Oriente. Use this guide to compare Pombal and Lisbon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pombal has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Pombal.
ATMs are available at Pombal.
Available at Pombal: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pombal.
Albergaria dos Doze is 14 km from Pombal city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Albergaria dos Doze has practical services for this route, including Dining and ATM.
Food and drink options are available at Albergaria dos Doze.
ATMs are available at Albergaria dos Doze.
Lourical is 19 km from Pombal city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lourical has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourical.
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.
Braço de Prata is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Braço de Prata has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Filho do Menino Júlio Dos Caracóis, Varanda do Vale Formoso
Available at Braço de Prata: Parking.
Available at Braço de Prata: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Braço de Prata.
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