How to Get from Lisbon Airport to Belém (2025/2026)

Lisbon Airport Belém Public Transport

Belém, Lisbon — view of the Jerónimos Monastery and riverfront — Editorial illustration – Belém waterfront, Lisbon.

Landing at Lisbon Airport and heading to the historic district of Belém? This guide explains the easiest and fastest ways to get there by public transport, fully updated for 2025/2026.

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1) Metro + Tram 15E (most popular with tourists)

Step-by-step:

1. Take the Red Line from the Airport to Alameda.
2. Change to the Green Line and ride to Cais do Sodré.
3. Outside the station, take Tram 15E towards Belém.

Average time: 40–50 minutes
Viva Viagem / Navegante: valid for the entire journey.

2) Metro + Cascais Line Train (fastest during rush hour)

Step-by-step:

Metro Airport ➝ Alameda ➝ change to Green Line ➝ Cais do Sodré.
Take the Cascais Line train from Cais do Sodré.
Exit at Belém station (2nd/3rd stop).

Average time: 35–45 minutes
Comfort: trains are faster and less crowded during peak times.

3) Metro + Bus (alternative to Tram 15E)

If Tram 15E is full, these buses are alternatives:

2010 / 2011 / 2012 — depart from Cais do Sodré / Santos corridor towards Belém.

Journey time: 45–55 minutes depending on traffic.

4) Is there a direct Airport ➝ Belém bus?

No. The former “Aerobus to Belém” service was discontinued and has not resumed.

💳 Prices (2025/2026)

Metro: €1.80
Tram 15E: ~€2.00 with Zapping
Train (Cascais Line): €1.35–€1.50
Zapping: recommended for Metro + Tram + Train combinations

Viva Viagem card: €0.50

🧭 ONDEBUS tips

Tram 15E is most crowded between 10:00–12:00.
At night, trains are usually faster and more reliable.
For monuments, get off at Jerónimos Monastery or Belém Tower.

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