What is the fastest way from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Ericeira?

The fastest option is Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande (Metropolitano + Mafrense) with a typical duration of 1 h 30 min.

What is the cheapest way from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Ericeira?

The cheapest option is Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande (Metropolitano + Mafrense) at approximately €7.00.

Is there a train to Ericeira?

No. The 1942 train line was discontinued in 1996. Bus or car only.

Can I bring a surfboard on the bus?

Yes officially, but space is limited. Reserve via Mafrense customer service or rent a board in Ericeira instead.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Ericeira: complete transport guide

Ericeira is Europe's only UNESCO World Surfing Reserve — a former fishing village 50 km north-west of Lisbon, now the centre of Portuguese surf culture with seven world-class breaks. From Humberto Delgado Airport allow 75 minutes door-to-door via Mafrense bus.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande	Metropolitano + Mafrense	1 h 30 min	€7.00	Bus every 1 h
Direct metered taxi (motorway A21)	Lisbon licensed taxi operators	45 min	€50–70	On demand
Uber / Bolt direct	Uber, Bolt	45 min	€35–50	On demand via app
Rental car from airport	Hertz, Avis, Europcar	45 min	€30–55/day + €4 tolls	24/7 at terminal
Surf-camp pre-booked shuttle	Various surf-school operators	45 min	€20–35 per person	Pre-book before arrival

Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande?

Metro Red Line from Aeroporto to Saldanha, change to Yellow Line to Campo Grande terminal. Mafrense bus 416 direct to Ericeira village.

Operator: Metropolitano + Mafrense
Duration: 1 h 30 min
Price: €7.00
Frequency: Bus every 1 h
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Campo Grande
Notes: Cheapest scheduled option. Schedules thin on weekends.

Source: Mafrense bus

Direct metered taxi (motorway A21)?

A8 north, then A21 west to Ericeira. Meter T2 plus toll ~€4.

Operator: Lisbon licensed taxi operators
Duration: 45 min
Price: €50–70
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at arrivals
Notes: Useful with surfboards (most rideshare drivers refuse surfboards).

Source: ANA passenger info

Uber / Bolt direct?

Typically €15–25 cheaper than the metered taxi. NOT recommended with surfboards.

Operator: Uber, Bolt
Duration: 45 min
Price: €35–50
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: TVDE area at arrivals
Notes: Surge during summer surf-camp arrivals.

Rental car from airport?

For surf trips with boards, rental car with roof rack is the only practical option. Combine Ericeira + Mafra + Sintra for a 2-3 day west-coast trip.

Operator: Hertz, Avis, Europcar
Duration: 45 min
Price: €30–55/day + €4 tolls
Frequency: 24/7 at terminal
Where to board: Rental pavilion
Notes: Surfboard roof rack adds €5–10/day.

Surf-camp pre-booked shuttle?

Most Ericeira surf camps offer pre-booked shuttle from LIS as part of the package. Includes surfboard transport.

Operator: Various surf-school operators
Duration: 45 min
Price: €20–35 per person
Frequency: Pre-book before arrival
Where to board: Designated meet-and-greet zone
Notes: Book directly with the surf school (Rapture, Lapoint, Surf Berbere, etc.).

When should you pick each option?

Metro + Mafrense bus: Cheapest scheduled option for travellers without surfboards.
Metered taxi: Best option with surfboards (Uber drivers refuse them).
Uber / Bolt: Cheapest without surfboards.
Rental car: Essential for serious surf trips — gear and multi-beach access.
Surf-camp shuttle: Best for solo travellers booking with a surf school.

What are the practical tips?

World-class breaks include Coxos, Pedra Branca, Ribeira d'Ilhas (WSL CT venue) and Praia do Norte.
September–April is the prime swell season; July–August has smaller, learner-friendly waves.
Try the famous percebes (gooseneck barnacles) at Mar à Vista.
Combine with Mafra National Palace (10 min east) for a UNESCO + UNESCO World Surf Reserve day.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.