What is the cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Rates?

The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Rates is to bus via Vila Nova de Gaia which costs €24 - €45 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lisbon to Rates?

The fastest way to get from Lisbon to Rates is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Lisbon and Rates?

No, there is no direct bus from Lisbon to Rates. However, there are services departing from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente and arriving at Cateosa via Estação Rodoviária da Póvoa de Varzim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Lisbon to Rates?

The distance between Lisbon and Rates is 382 km. The road distance is 348.5 km.

How do I travel from Lisbon to Rates without a car?

The best way to get from Lisbon to Rates without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Lisbon to Rates?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Lisbon to Rates, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisbon to Rates bus from?

Lisbon to Rates bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente station.

Train or bus from Lisbon to Rates?

The best way to get from Lisbon to Rates is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €65 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Lisbon to Rates bus arrive?

Lisbon to Rates bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Estação Rodoviária da Póvoa de Varzim station.

Can I drive from Lisbon to Rates?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Rates is 349 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Lisbon to Rates.

Where can I stay near Rates?

There are 539+ hotels available in Rates.

Lisbon to Rates - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lisbon to Rates by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Ninetrain Ic
3h 24m
€58–98
Bus via Vila Nova de Gaia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lisbon to Portobus 1000 / ...
6h 28m
€25–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente to Estação Rodoviária da Póvoa de Varzimbus 49 | Lisboa
5h 25m
€27–62
Drive 348.5 km
1. Drive from Lisbon to Ratescar 348.5 km
3h 30m
€54–77
Fly, line 3003 bus
1. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane LIS - OPO
2. Take the bus from Póvoa de Varzim - Centro de Saúde to Cateosabus
4h 8m
€73–156

Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) flights

64Weekly Planes

57 minAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 381.9 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Rates, Portugal?

Comboios de Portugal operates a train from Lisboa Oriente to Nine every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 3h 8m. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente to Estação Rodoviária da Póvoa de Varzim once daily. Tickets cost €26–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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