Lisbon Train Stations

Oriente Station: Gare do OrienteEstacao do Oriente
Estacao do Oriente — also known as Gare do Oriente or Lisbon Oriente — is the main railway station in the Portuguese capital, located in the Parque das Nacoes district in eastern Lisbon. Gare do Oriente, inaugurated in 1998 for Expo 98, is a modern architectural landmark designed by Santiago Calatrava, featuring a steel and glass structure that symbolizes Lisbon's contemporary skyline. Trains to the Algarve region, including Faro, primarily depart from Oriente Station, which is a major hub in Lisbon.

Santa Apolonia StationLisbon Santa Apolonia
The Oldest Train Station Lisbon Santa Apolonia station is the oldest train station in Lisbon, completed in 1865 and originally designed to connect European rail services with transatlantic cruise liners. The original plans for Santa Apolonia Station included a pier for cruise liners, aiming to create a major hub connecting Europe with America, although these plans were never fully realized. Located along the banks of the Tagus River in the Alfama district, it serves as the main terminus for long-distance trains heading north.

Rossio StationLisbon Rossio: Gateway to Sintra
Rossio station is a classic 19th-century station situated in the heart of Lisbon's old city, just steps from Praca dos Restauradores and the Alfama district. It serves as the terminus for local trains to Sintra on the Sintra Line, making it the most popular departure point for day trips to this UNESCO World Heritage town. The station's neo-Manueline architecture makes it a landmark in its own right, with ornate horseshoe arches and azulejo tile details on the facade.

Belem StationBelem Station and Cais do Sodre
Belem station is a stop on the suburban Cascais Line, served by trains departing from Cais do Sodre station in central Lisbon. Sodre station is the western terminus for local trains to Belem, Estoril, and Cascais along the scenic Atlantic coastline. Belem is home to the iconic Torre de Belem, the Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and the Padrao dos Descobrimentos — all easily accessible on foot from Belem station. The journey from Cais do Sodre to Belem takes just 15 minutes, making it one of the most popular short train rides in Lisbon.

Lisbon train stations serve a wide range of popular routes across Portugal and into Spain. Trains to Porto depart from Santa Apolonia and stop at Oriente — the journey takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes on the Alfa Pendular. Trains to Faro and the Algarve depart from Entrecampos and Oriente, taking approximately 3 hours. Trains to Sintra depart from Rossio station, reaching the historic town in approximately 40 minutes. Trains to Cascais and Belem depart from Cais do Sodre, while trains to Madrid depart from Santa Apolonia and Oriente on international services.

How to Get Between Lisbon Train Stations

All main train stations in Lisbon are connected via the metro network, making it easy to transfer between stations. Santa Apolonia is on the Blue Line, Oriente is on the Red Line, Rossio is adjacent to the Green Line at Restauradores, Cais do Sodre is on the Green Line, and Entrecampos is on the Yellow and Grey Lines. Taxis are available at all stations, and ride-sharing services operate throughout the city. Most stations are also within walking distance of central Lisbon attractions, cafes, and shops.