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Best Train Journeys in Portugal
Train Journey |
What's Special |
When to Visit |
Affordability |
The Douro Line |
Travels through the stunning Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vineyards and terraced hillsides |
Spring or Fall for mild weather and fewer crowds |
Affordable, with tickets starting at around €15 |
The Alfa Pendular |
High-speed train that connects major cities like Lisbon, Porto, and Faro |
Anytime, but summer can be crowded and more expensive |
More expensive than regional trains, but still affordable with tickets starting at around €20 |
The Linha do Norte |
Scenic route that runs along the coast, passing through charming towns and offering views of the Atlantic Ocean |
Summer for beach weather, or spring/fall for milder temperatures and fewer crowds |
Affordable, with tickets starting at around €10 |
The Sud Expresso |
International train that connects Lisbon and Madrid, passing through the beautiful countryside of central Portugal and Spain |
Anytime, but summer can be crowded and more expensive |
More expensive than regional trains, but still affordable with tickets starting at around €30 |
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