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

The fastest option is Direct metered taxi (motorway A21) (Lisbon licensed taxi operators) with a typical duration of 45 min.

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

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

Is there a train from Lisbon Airport to Mafra?

No direct train. CP buses or Mafrense regional coaches via Campo Grande are the practical options.

How early does the palace open?

09:30 daily except Tuesdays (closed). Last entry at 17:00.

Can I combine Mafra and Ericeira in one day?

Yes — Ericeira is 10 minutes west by car. By bus, change at Mafra centre to Mafrense line 416.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Mafra: complete transport guide

Mafra is a small town 40 km north-west of Lisbon, dominated by the colossal 18th-century Palace and Convent of Mafra — a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2019, famous for its baroque architecture, six-organ basilica and royal library. From Humberto Delgado Airport plan 90 minutes door-to-door.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande	Metropolitano + Mafrense	90 min	€7.00	Bus every 1–2 h
Direct metered taxi (motorway A21)	Lisbon licensed taxi operators	45 min	€55–75	On demand
Uber / Bolt direct	Uber, Bolt, FreeNow	45 min	€40–55	On demand via app
Rental car from airport	Hertz, Avis, Europcar	45 min	€30–55/day + €4 tolls	24/7 at terminal

Metro Yellow Line + Mafrense bus from Campo Grande?

Metro Red Line from Aeroporto to Saldanha, change to Yellow Line to Campo Grande terminal. Mafrense regional bus directly to Mafra centre.

Operator: Metropolitano + Mafrense
Duration: 90 min
Price: €7.00
Frequency: Bus every 1–2 h
Where to board: Metro Aeroporto → Campo Grande
Notes: Cheapest scheduled option. Schedules thin on Sundays.

Source: Mafrense bus

Direct metered taxi (motorway A21)?

A8 then A21 to Mafra. Meter T2 rate plus modest tolls (~€4).

Operator: Lisbon licensed taxi operators
Duration: 45 min
Price: €55–75
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at arrivals
Notes: Useful for groups of 4 or rainy days.

Source: ANA passenger info

Uber / Bolt direct?

Typically €15–25 cheaper than the metered taxi. Specify Palácio Nacional de Mafra as destination.

Operator: Uber, Bolt, FreeNow
Duration: 45 min
Price: €40–55
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: TVDE area at arrivals
Notes: Pre-book in app — long-distance route.

Rental car from airport?

For Mafra + Ericeira (surf town, 10 min west) combo, a rental car is most efficient. Free parking at Mafra palace lot.

Operator: Hertz, Avis, Europcar
Duration: 45 min
Price: €30–55/day + €4 tolls
Frequency: 24/7 at terminal
Where to board: Rental pavilion
Notes: A21 toll one-way ~€2.

When should you pick each option?

Metro + Mafrense bus: Cheapest scheduled.
Metered taxi: Best for groups of 4.
Uber / Bolt: Cheapest door-to-door for 1–3 travellers.
Rental car: Best for Mafra + Ericeira combo.

What are the practical tips?

The palace is closed Tuesdays — schedule Wed–Mon.
The royal library has 36,000 books and bat colonies that protect them from insects.
Combine with Ericeira (surfing UNESCO World Surfing Reserve) — 10 minutes by car.
Saramago's novel 'Memorial do Convento' tells the story of the palace's construction; signed editions sold in the gift shop.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.