How to Get to Estádio da Luz (Benfica) — Complete Guide 2025/2026
Estádio da Luz, home of Sport Lisboa e Benfica, is one of the largest stadiums in Portugal. It hosts football matches, UEFA competitions, concerts and tours.
This guide shows you the easiest ways to get there using Metro, Carris buses, Carris Metropolitana, CP trains, on foot, or by car.
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1. Metro — The Easiest Way to Get to Estádio da Luz
The Metro is the fastest and most reliable way to reach the stadium.
Blue Line → Recommended Stations
- Colégio Militar / Luz — Closest station (3–4 min walk)
- Alto dos Moinhos — Also nearby (5–7 min walk)
ONDEBUS Tip: Arrive early on match days — stations get crowded.
Typical Frequencies
- Weekdays: 6–8 min
- Weekends: 8–10 min
- Post-match: usually reinforced service
2. Carris (Urban Buses)
Several Carris bus lines stop within a few minutes of the stadium:
- 726 – Sapadores ⇄ Pontinha
- 765 – Campo Grande ⇄ Benfica
- 703 – Charneca ⇄ Benfica
- 767 – Campo Mártires da Pátria ⇄ Pontinha
- 729 – Algés ⇄ Bairro Padre Cruz
- 750 – Algés ⇄ Oriente
Best Stops
- Av. Eusébio da Silva Ferreira
- Av. do Colégio Militar
- Rotunda da Luz
3. Carris Metropolitana — Best for Those Coming from Outside Lisbon
These lines are ideal if you’re coming from Carcavelos, Oeiras, Queluz, Monte Abraão, Massamá, or Barcarena:
- 1601 – Carcavelos ⇄ Amadora Este (Metro)
- 1717 – Queluz / Monte Abraão (CP) ⇄ Colégio Militar / Luz (Metro)
- 1721 – Massamá / Barcarena ⇄ Colégio Militar / Luz (Metro)
Lines 1717 and 1721 drop passengers right next to Colégio Militar / Luz. Line 1601 connects Carcavelos to Amadora Este — from there simply take the Blue Line to the stadium.
4. CP Trains — Useful Combinations
There is no CP station next to the stadium, but combining train + Metro is easy.
From the Sintra Line
- Sete Rios → Blue Line → Colégio Militar / Luz
From the Cascais Line
- Cais do Sodré → Green Line → Baixa-Chiado → Blue Line → Luz
From the Norte / Oeste Lines (Entrecampos)
- Entrecampos → Yellow Line → Marquês de Pombal → Blue Line → Luz
5. Walking from Colombo Shopping Center
Many fans meet at the Colombo Shopping Center before matches.
- Distance: 250–400 meters
- Time: 3–5 minutes
6. Going by Car — Should You?
You can, but it’s not recommended, especially on match days.
Parking Options
- Official stadium car parks (fill up quickly)
- Colombo parking (paid, very busy)
- Residential streets in Benfica / Sete Rios (very limited)
Expect 30–45 minutes to leave the car park after big matches or concerts.
7. For Concerts & Events
Transport options are identical — Metro is always the best choice.
- Security checks may take longer
- Phased entry
- Long queues after events
8. ONDEBUS Tips
- Arrive at least 1 hour early for major events
- Top up your Navegante or Zapping beforehand
- Use the “Colégio Militar” exit for easier access
- For families, side entrances are usually calmer