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Take the train from Ponferrada to Lisbon in 17 hours 45 minutes
If you want to travel from Ponferrada to Lisbon by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Ponferrada to Lisbon by train to take around 20 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 17 hours 45 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 2 trains per day running on this route, which spans 296 miles (476 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Lisbon. Renfe is the main rail company operating on this route. Having the widest network of high-speed trains in Europe, Renfe will make your train travel experience in Spain an enjoyable one.
You can save money on train tickets from Ponferrada to Lisbon if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Ponferrada to Lisbon if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Trains to Lisbon from Ponferrada
| First train | 06:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:05 | |
| Departure station | Ponferrada | |
| Arrival station | Lisbon | |
| Journey time | From 17h 45m | |
| Distance | 296 miles (476 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Renfe trains from Ponferrada to Lisbon
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Ponferrada to Lisbon?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.