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

The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Rates is to bus which costs €26 - €65 and takes 5h 25m.

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.

Is there a direct train between Lisbon and Rates?

No, there is no direct train from Lisbon to Rates. However, there are services departing from Lisboa Oriente and arriving at Nine via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

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.

Where do I catch the Lisbon to Rates train from?

Lisbon to Rates train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from 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 €26 - €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.

Where does the Lisbon to Rates train arrive?

Lisbon to Rates train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Nine 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 1304+ hotels available in Rates.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Ninetrain Ic
3h 24m
€59–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente to Estação Rodoviária da Póvoa de Varzimbus 49 | Lisboa
5h 25m
€27–61
Drive 348.5 km
1. Drive from Lisbon to Ratescar 348.5 km
3h 30m
€55–80
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
€88–176
Bus via Vila Nova de Gaia
1. Take the bus from Lisbon to Portobus 1000 / ...
6h
€27–48

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

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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 hourly. 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 twice daily. Tickets cost €25–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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