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Museu de Leiria
Leiria’s main museum in the restored convent of Santo Agostinho. Covers archaeology, painting, and local history in a striking heritage setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santarém to Leiria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santarém to Leiria will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 trains from Santarém to Leiria, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.

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Trains from Santarém to Leiria run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $6 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:47, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 59m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santarém to Leiria.
The table below shows live departures for Santarém to Leiria trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4407 · R 4513 · IR 802 | 8:55 AM Santarém station | 6h13 | 3:08 PM Leiria station | 2 transfers | |
IC 621 · IR 802 | 12:14 PM Santarém station | 2h54 | 3:08 PM Leiria station | 1 transfer | |
R 5601 · R 4519 · IR 804 | 5:07 PM Santarém station | 4h05 | 9:12 PM Leiria station | 2 transfers | |
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Leiria’s main museum in the restored convent of Santo Agostinho. Covers archaeology, painting, and local history in a striking heritage setting.
Contemporary art center hosting changing exhibitions by Portuguese and international artists. Strong choice for current visual culture in Leiria.
Museum dedicated to moving images, cinema, and optical devices. Engaging displays make it one of Leiria’s most distinctive niche museums.
Leiria’s central square, lined with cafés and historic buildings, is the main gathering place and ideal starting point for exploring the old town.
Riverside green corridor with walking and cycling paths, playgrounds, and bridges. Popular with locals for relaxed urban strolls beside the Lis.
Elevated lookout by the sanctuary offering one of the best panoramas over Leiria, especially at sunset and during evening city lights.
Morcela de Arroz is a regional blood sausage mixed with rice and spices, common in Leiria and central Portugal, prized for its rich flavor and rustic tradition.
Chanfana is goat slowly braised in red wine, garlic, and bay. Popular in nearby Beira Litoral and Leiria, it is a festive, deeply traditional countryside dish.
Bacalhau com Broa pairs salted cod with a corn bread crust, olive oil, and garlic. It is a beloved central Portuguese classic often found in Leiria homes and restaurants.
Refined restaurant known for creative Portuguese cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting suited to a special meal in Leiria.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant appreciated for grilled meats, regional dishes, and a warm local atmosphere near central Leiria.
Well-regarded venue serving Portuguese classics and seafood in a comfortable, established setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Portugal: hotels are usually cheaper than Lisbon or Porto, while dining and local buses stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxi riders usually round up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Terminal Rodoviário de Leiria -> Praça Rodrigues Lobo, Leiria
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Leiria.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santarém to Leiria 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 Leiria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santarém to Leiria trains use the Santarem to Leiria station pair. Use this guide to compare Santarém and Leiria train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santarem is 1 km from Santarém city centre. Public transport options include:
Santarem 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 options include: O Micas, Taberna do Quinzena
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Santarem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Santarem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santarem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santarem: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santarem: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Umu, Santarém Hotel, Hotel Vitoria.
Leiria is 2 km from Leiria city centre. Public transport options include:
Leiria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leiria.
Ticket office support is available at Leiria.
Available at Leiria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leiria: Bike Parking.
Nearby hotels include Hotel TRYP by Wyndham Leiria, Eurosol Residence Hotel, Hotel São Luis.
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