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

The fastest option is Metered taxi (Lisbon licensed taxi operators) with a typical duration of 20 min.

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

The cheapest option is Carris 783 + walk from Belém direction (Carris) at approximately €2.30.

What time does LX Factory open?

Shops and restaurants generally open 10:00–02:00 (later for bars). Hours vary by venue — check individual schedules.

Is there a Metro stop at LX Factory?

No. The closest stations are Cais do Sodré (Green Line, 15 min walk) and Alcântara-Mar (CP train, 5 min walk).

Is LX Factory walkable from Belém?

Yes — 2 km / 25 minutes east along the riverside path. Combine with Belém attractions for a half-day.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) to LX Factory: complete transport guide

LX Factory is Lisbon's premier creative hub — a former 19th-century industrial complex in Alcântara converted into co-working spaces, design shops, restaurants and a much-photographed bookshop (Ler Devagar). 9 km south-west of Humberto Delgado Airport.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Red+Blue + Tram 15E from Cais do Sodré	Metropolitano + Carris	50 min	€3.20	Tram every 10 min
Metro + CP Cascais line to Alcântara-Mar + walk	Metropolitano + CP	45 min	€3.55	CP every 20 min
Metered taxi	Lisbon licensed taxi operators	20 min	€13–18	On demand
Uber / Bolt / FreeNow	Uber, Bolt, FreeNow	20 min	€10–14	On demand via app
Carris 783 + walk from Belém direction	Carris	55 min	€2.30	Every 12–15 min

Metro Red+Blue + Tram 15E from Cais do Sodré?

Metro Red Line to São Sebastião, Blue Line to Cais do Sodré, then Tram 15E westbound to Calvário stop. Walk 5 min south to LX Factory.

Operator: Metropolitano + Carris
Duration: 50 min
Price: €3.20
Frequency: Tram every 10 min
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Cais do Sodré
Notes: Cheapest reliable option.

Source: Metro Lisbon

Metro + CP Cascais line to Alcântara-Mar + walk?

Metro to Cais do Sodré, then CP Cascais-line train one stop to Alcântara-Mar. Walk 5 min north to LX Factory.

Operator: Metropolitano + CP
Duration: 45 min
Price: €3.55
Frequency: CP every 20 min
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Cais do Sodré
Notes: Slightly faster than tram + walk.

Source: CP urban trains

Metered taxi?

Meter-based. Specify 'Rua Rodrigues de Faria' (the main LX Factory entrance) as destination.

Operator: Lisbon licensed taxi operators
Duration: 20 min
Price: €13–18
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at arrivals
Notes: Useful with luggage or for evening dinners at LX Factory restaurants.

Source: ANA passenger info

Uber / Bolt / FreeNow?

Cheaper than metered taxi. Drop directly at LX Factory entrance.

Operator: Uber, Bolt, FreeNow
Duration: 20 min
Price: €10–14
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: TVDE area at arrivals
Notes: Surge during weekend Saturday/Sunday market days.

Carris 783 + walk from Belém direction?

Carris 783 toward Cais do Sodré; alight at Alcântara stop. Walk 6 min to LX Factory.

Operator: Carris
Duration: 55 min
Price: €2.30
Frequency: Every 12–15 min
Where to board: Bus stops level 0 at arrivals
Notes: Carry-on luggage only.

When should you pick each option?

Metro + Tram 15E: Cheapest and most reliable.
Metro + CP train: Slightly faster; drops nearer Alcântara-Mar station.
Metered taxi: With luggage or late-evening dinners.
Uber / Bolt: Cheapest door-to-door.
Carris 783: Carry-on backpacker option.

What are the practical tips?

Ler Devagar bookshop (with the famous flying-bicycle installation) is on the upper floor — photo-worthy.
Sunday market day (10:00–18:00) has 50+ artisan stalls; restaurants are packed.
Rio Maravilha rooftop bar offers panoramic Tagus views — best at sunset.
The 25 de Abril bridge ('Lisbon's Golden Gate') passes directly above; great photo angle from LX Factory streets.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.