Is there a train from France to Lisbon?

Can you take the train from France to Portugal?

So you wanna go from Paris to Lisbon, huh? Train’s an option, it’s a looong ride though. Like, seriously long. Forty-eight hours, maybe even more, depending on the specific train. It’s not exactly a quick hop. Crazy, right? The fastest trains? Still takes forever! I mean, forty-eight hours is a lot of time on a train. I’d rather fly.

Seriously consider the bus. Cheaper, probably. Though it’ll also take ages. I’d personally choose flying. Much faster, even with airport stuff. Way less time wasted.

Here’s the deal:

• Train: Ridiculously long journey. Plan for at least two days on the train.
• Bus: Also slow but probably cheaper than the train.
• Plane: The sensible choice. Much, much faster.

Additional things to think about:

• Cost: Flights are generally more expensive but save you so much time!
• Comfort: Trains can be comfy, but two days on a train…ouch! Buses are…buses. Planes are fine.
• Luggage: Check airline and train/bus baggage policies, especially if you’re planning a long trip like this one, ya know?

How do I get from France to Lisbon?

Flying’s faster, of course. Four hours, maybe less. A quick trip. But expensive. Thirty-five to two-forty Euros. Ugh. That’s a chunk.

The bus? Twenty-two hours. Brutal. But, cheaper, I guess. One hundred and ten to two hundred Euros. Still, that’s a long time to be cooped up.

From Bordeaux, one flight a day. Nantes has two. Toulouse, three. Paris? Twenty-one. Lyon gets four. The prices vary wildly. Ridiculous, really. So many flights from Paris. Makes sense, I suppose.

I’d fly. I hate buses. Even if it costs more. That’s my gut feeling. Long journeys really drain me. Even a train journey to Montpellier last year was a drag. Absolutely dreadful. The whole experience.

• Flights: Faster, but more expensive (35-240€). Flight times vary from 1h 55m to 2h 30m depending on the city of departure.
• Bus: Cheaper (110-200€), but excruciatingly long (22h 11m).
• Flight frequency: Varies greatly depending on the French departure city. Paris offers the most options.
• Personal Note: I’d personally choose flying to avoid the sheer exhaustion of a long bus journey. Money is worth it to me for less travel time.

How far is Paris to Lisbon by plane?

Okay, so Paris to Lisbon… airplane stuff.

I flew that route last summer, August 2024 to be exact. Man, was I jet-lagged after that. About 900 miles, something like that is what I think I saw on the little screen thingie.

It felt longer than 900 miles. Lisbon’s great though, totally worth it!

I think the map showed 1450-ish km. My brain was fried from all the travelling.

• Paris was hot.
• Lisbon was hotter.
• I needed a nap!

Honestly, who cares about the exact distance? Just book the flight, see the sights, and worry about the numbers later.

Can you take a train to Lisbon?

Lisbon? Train travel’s definitely an option. Connections from major European hubs like Madrid, Paris, London. Be prepared for a lengthy trip though. Think comfy clothes, podcasts downloaded. Portugal’s rail network isn’t vast, but it’s generally reliable. Small can be beautiful, right?

• Santa Apolónia: Main international and intercity station. Handles those long-haul routes. Consider a side trip to Porto.
• Oriente: Serves Lisbon’s eastern side. High-speed Alfa Pendular trains operate from here. Good for domestic travel. Parque das Nações nearby—worth exploring. I remember going there in 2022 for a conference. The architecture is striking.

Travel always offers a chance for reflection. Trains particularly. The rhythm of the tracks, changing landscapes… Oriente station is a modern marvel. Reminds me a bit of some of the stations in the Netherlands, sleek and airy. Santa Apolónia has a more classic vibe, more history etched into the walls. Remember seeing tiled murals there depicting historical events. Quite beautiful. Choosing your arrival station can set the tone for your Lisbon experience. From grand history to modern innovation, the choice is yours. My hotel was near Rossio station in 2023. A charming spot, but for shorter journeys within Portugal.

Is there a train from Portugal to England?

No direct train exists between Portugal and England. The Channel Tunnel only connects France and the UK. Getting to London from Lisbon requires a multi-modal journey, a fact that always strikes me as slightly absurd given modern travel. It’s a testament to the enduring power of geography, I suppose.

You’d need a combination of rail and possibly ferry or plane. The journey time provided, 40 hours 30 minutes, seems optimistic, even for a direct, high-speed rail link, which this clearly isn’t.

Expect a longer travel time. Realistically, you’ll spend considerably more time traveling. A combination of high-speed rail within Portugal, plus possibly another high speed leg from France, followed by the Eurostar adds substantial travel duration, plus possible transfer times.

Factors influencing travel time:

• Train schedules: Connections aren’t always perfectly aligned. My friend Carlos experienced a three-hour wait in Paris last year during his trip.
• Border crossings: These can induce unexpected delays.
• Ferry crossings: If a ferry is involved, weather conditions can cause significant disruption. The journey could easily balloon to over 48 hours.

Alternatives to consider:

• Flying: A flight from Lisbon to London is significantly faster, even considering travel to and from airports. Much less hassle, too.
• Driving: A road trip sounds romantic until you consider the driving distance and time involved. A better option for summer holiday fun with friends.

Think about what really matters to you: speed, comfort, cost, scenery. My preference is usually a quick flight, even if it’s less scenic than a long train journey. Last year I flew London-Lisbon, the flight was less than 3 hours.

Can I get a train from the UK to Portugal?

Night. Dark. Thinking about trains. London to Lisbon. Forty-one hours. Fifty-nine minutes. That’s a long time. Stuck. With thoughts.

Remember that trip to Barcelona. Not the same. Shorter. Sunnier. This feels… heavier. Atlantic.

• High-speed, they call it. But 42 hours? Irony. Bitter.
• Eurostar. Familiar name. Red seats. Coffee smells. This time, longer. Much longer.
• Amenities. Don’t really care. Just want to get there. Wherever “there” is.
• Lisbon. Fado music. Ocean air. Maybe. Hoping it’s worth it. All this time.

Lost in thought. The window’s cold. Phone’s dying. 42 hours… A lifetime. Maybe I should just fly. Easier. Quicker. Less… me. Ugh. Decisions. Always decisions.

Thinking about the cost. Trains are expensive. More than flying. But… different. Scenery. People.

• Classes of service. Don’t care about first class. Just a window. To watch. To think.
• Onboard services. Food probably sucks. Train food always does. Except maybe Japan. Remember that bento box? Tokyo. Years ago. Different life.

This trip. Portugal. It’s not a vacation. It’s… an escape. From what? Myself? Don’t know. Tired.