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

The fastest option is Metro Red Line + CP intercity from Oriente (Metropolitano + CP) with a typical duration of 2 h 20 min.

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

The cheapest option is Metro Red Line + CP intercity from Oriente (Metropolitano + CP) at approximately €12.50.

Is there a direct train from Lisbon Airport to Tomar?

No. All trains transit Oriente — Metro Red Line to Oriente, then CP intercity to Tomar.

How far is Tomar train station from the Convent of Christ?

About 1.5 km — 15-min uphill walk or €6 taxi.

Can I do Tomar as a day trip from Lisbon?

Yes — 09:00 train arrives Tomar 11:00, see convent + town until 17:00, return train arrives Lisbon around 19:30.

Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Tomar: complete transport guide

Tomar is a small town 140 km north-east of Lisbon, home to the Convent of Christ — a UNESCO World Heritage former Templar fortress. From Humberto Delgado Airport allow 2 hours 30 minutes via the CP intercity train.

How do the options compare?

Option	Operator	Duration	Price	Frequency
Metro Red Line + CP intercity from Oriente	Metropolitano + CP	2 h 20 min	€12.50	5–6 trains/day
Metro + Rede Expressos from Sete Rios	Metropolitano + Rede Expressos	2 h 30 min	€13.50	Every 1–2 h
Direct metered taxi (motorway A1 / IC3)	Lisbon licensed taxi operators	1 h 40 min	€130–170	On demand
Uber / Bolt direct	Uber, Bolt, FreeNow	1 h 40 min	€90–120	On demand via app
Rental car from airport	Hertz, Avis, Europcar	1 h 40 min	€30–55/day + €10 tolls	24/7 at terminal

Metro Red Line + CP intercity from Oriente?

Metro Red Line from Aeroporto to Oriente (10 min), then CP intercity train direct to Tomar (~1 h 50 min). Tomar station is a 15-min walk from the historic centre and the Convent of Christ.

Operator: Metropolitano + CP
Duration: 2 h 20 min
Price: €12.50
Frequency: 5–6 trains/day
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Oriente
Notes: Cheapest scheduled option.

Source: CP intercity

Metro + Rede Expressos from Sete Rios?

Metro Red Line to Saldanha, Blue Line to Jardim Zoológico (Sete Rios terminal). Rede Expressos coach direct to Tomar bus station.

Operator: Metropolitano + Rede Expressos
Duration: 2 h 30 min
Price: €13.50
Frequency: Every 1–2 h
Where to board: Aeroporto Metro → Sete Rios
Notes: Bus station is slightly closer to the historic centre than the train station.

Source: Rede Expressos

Direct metered taxi (motorway A1 / IC3)?

A1 then IC3 to Tomar. Meter T2 rate plus motorway tolls (~€10).

Operator: Lisbon licensed taxi operators
Duration: 1 h 40 min
Price: €130–170
Frequency: On demand
Where to board: Official rank at arrivals
Notes: Most expensive option; only for groups of 4 with significant luggage.

Source: ANA passenger info

Uber / Bolt direct?

€30–50 cheaper than the metered taxi. Pre-book in app.

Operator: Uber, Bolt, FreeNow
Duration: 1 h 40 min
Price: €90–120
Frequency: On demand via app
Where to board: TVDE area at arrivals
Notes: Long-distance route — some drivers refuse; pre-book in app.

Rental car from airport?

For Tomar + Batalha + Alcobaça (Cistercian monasteries triangle) combo, rental car is essential.

Operator: Hertz, Avis, Europcar
Duration: 1 h 40 min
Price: €30–55/day + €10 tolls
Frequency: 24/7 at terminal
Where to board: Rental pavilion
Notes: Free parking near the castle entrance.

When should you pick each option?

Metro + CP intercity: Cheapest and most reliable scheduled option.
Metro + Rede Expressos: Drops slightly closer to the centre.
Metered taxi: Only for groups of 4 or special occasions.
Uber / Bolt: Cheaper than taxi door-to-door.
Rental car: Best for multi-monastery day trip.

What are the practical tips?

The Convent of Christ is closed Mondays — visit Tue–Sun.
The Charola (round chapel) inspired by the Holy Sepulchre is the architectural highlight.
Combine with Batalha Monastery (40 min west) and Alcobaça Monastery (35 min further) for a Cistercian-Templar UNESCO route.
The annual Festa dos Tabuleiros (every 4 years, last in 2023) is one of Europe's most spectacular folk festivals.

Data last verified: 2026-05-13.