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.
Frequently asked questions
- 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.
