--- title: "Trains from Faro to Lisbon | EveryRail" description: "Travel from Faro to Lisbon on CP's reserved Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services, with intermediate Algarve stops and Lisboa Oriente arrival." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/faro-to-lisbon/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Portugal]()Faro to Lisbon by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Portugal]()Faro to Lisbon by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Faro to Lisbon by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Lisbon]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated September 2026 # Faro to Lisbon by train Travel from Faro to Lisbon on CP's reserved Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services, with intermediate Algarve stops and Lisboa Oriente arrival. ![View of Lisbon, Portugal]() Origin [Faro]() Destination [Lisbon]() Country [Portugal]() Direct CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains run from [Faro]() to [Lisbon](), normally arriving at Lisboa Oriente; departure times and journey length vary by date. ## Faro to Lisbon train at a glance CP operates direct Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains on this corridor. Alfa Pendular is generally faster, while Intercidades may suit you better when its departure time or fare fits your plans. Journey times, departures, and operating days vary by date. - Departure: Faro - Main Lisbon arrival: Lisboa Oriente - Intermediate calls can include Loulé, [Albufeira]()/Ferreiras, and Tunes - A reserved seat is required on Alfa Pendular and Intercidades - Free Wi-Fi is available on both service types; café, bar, and bicycle facilities depend on the train The direct journey stays on one long-distance train. The date-specific CP journey planner gives the departure, arrival time, and operating day for the service you select. ## Stations and boarding Faro is the departure station. Some trains call at Loulé, Albufeira/Ferreiras, and Tunes before continuing north, but the stops depend on the service. Allow a little time at Faro to find the departure board and platform. Lisboa Oriente is the main Lisbon arrival for this corridor. It is east of the historic centre, so an onward metro, bus, taxi, or walk adds time to the journey. A connection to another train needs a sensible margin after arrival, with the station signs guiding the way. ## Choosing between Alfa Pendular and Intercidades Alfa Pendular suits a priority on speed when its departure fits your plans. Intercidades is also direct and may offer a more convenient time or a lower fare on your date, although it can take longer. The useful comparison is the complete itinerary: departure and arrival times, number of stops, train category, and fare conditions. Service patterns can change for weekends, public holidays, engineering work, and seasonal timetable updates. ## Tickets and reserved seats Alfa Pendular and Intercidades require seat reservations. A ticket for the exact date and departure includes the reserved train and seat; an empty seat cannot be used without its matching reservation. Fares are quoted in euros and vary with the train, date, class, and availability. Change and refund conditions matter when an arrival or onward connection is fixed. An offline ticket is useful if mobile coverage is poor at the station. ## Onboard facilities Free Wi-Fi is available on Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains. Café, bar, and bicycle transport are offered only on some departures, so a bike journey depends on the facilities attached to the chosen service. Rail is a straightforward option when you want a direct trip, a reserved seat, and a city-station arrival. A bus on the same date may use a different arrival point and face road traffic, so the door-to-door journey matters more than the headline travel time. ## Before you travel The departure board at Faro carries live platform information. At Lisboa Oriente, station signs point towards the onward metro, bus, taxi, or walking route. For a return journey, the exact departure station printed on the ticket matters more than a generic [Lisbon to Faro]() search. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() ### Train service - [CP - Comboios de Portugal]() CP - Comboios de Portugal is Portugal's national passenger rail operator, covering long-distance Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains, regional services, and urban trains around Lisbon and Porto. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Lisbon [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Lisbon**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Are there direct trains from Faro to Lisbon? Yes. CP runs direct Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services from Faro towards Lisboa Oriente. Available departures and operating days vary by date. ### How long does the Faro to Lisbon train take? Journey time depends on the CP service and date. Alfa Pendular is generally faster than Intercidades, while the departure and arrival times determine the duration for your trip. ### Which trains run from Faro to Lisbon? CP operates Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains on the corridor. Both are direct services; the category, stops, times, and fare conditions vary by departure. ### Which stations do Faro to Lisbon trains use? Trains leave from Faro and mainly arrive at Lisboa Oriente. Some services call at Loulé, Albufeira/Ferreiras, and Tunes along the route. ### Do I need a seat reservation for the Faro to Lisbon train? Yes. Alfa Pendular and Intercidades require a reserved seat. Your ticket identifies the train and seat to use. ### What facilities are available on Faro to Lisbon trains? Free Wi-Fi is available on Alfa Pendular and Intercidades. Café, bar, and bicycle transport facilities depend on the specific departure. ## More routes [![View of Lisbon, Portugal]()Albufeira to LisbonAlbufeira to Lisbon by train is direct from Albufeira-Ferreiras, with CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades services taking about 2h33-3h19.]()[![View of Lisbon, Portugal]()Barcelona to LisbonNo direct train from Barcelona to Lisbon, and no train between Madrid and Lisbon either. The route combines a high-speed train to Madrid with an Alsa coach.]()[![View of Lisbon, Portugal]()Braga to LisbonTravel Braga to Lisbon by direct CP Alfa Pendular in about 3h23 to Oriente. CP’s 2026 tourist-class fare is EUR 38.50.]()[![View of Lisbon, Portugal]()Coimbra to LisbonCoimbra to Lisbon by train is a direct CP route from Coimbra-B. Intercidades fares start at EUR 22.20 standard, with Promo seats sometimes lower.]()[![View of Lisbon, Portugal]()Lagos to LisbonNo direct train runs from Lagos to Lisbon. Change at Tunes for Alfa Pendular or Intercidades. Five daily connections, fastest 3h55.]()[![Cityscape of Albufeira, Portugal]()Lisbon to AlbufeiraLisbon to Albufeira by train is direct on CP Alfa Pendular and Intercidades, arriving at Albufeira-Ferreiras.]()[![Barcelona cityscape, the destination for this Lisbon to Barcelona train journey]()Lisbon to Barcelona by Train: Route, Times and TicketsThere's no direct train from Lisbon to Barcelona. The realistic rail route runs via Madrid with three changes, taking around 16 hours in one day.]()[![View of Braga, Portugal]()Lisbon to BragaLisbon to Braga by train is a direct CP route. 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