Transportation in Cascais

# Getting Around Cascais Cascais runs on a simple formula: trains connect you to Lisbon, buses cover the coast and inland towns, and everything within the historic center works on foot. The commuter train from Cais do Sodré station in Lisbon runs frequently throughout the day along one of Europe's most scenic coastal routes — it's the lifeline that turned this former fishing village into a viable day trip and beach escape from the capital. Once you arrive, local buses fan out to nearby beaches like Guincho and towns like Sintra, though schedules vary and checking current timetables is essential. First-timers should know that Cascais itself is compact and walkable — the marina, old town, and central beaches sit within a 15-minute radius. Save taxis and ride-hailing for late nights or beach runs with gear. The train station sits right in the town center, making orientation dead simple. What NOT to do: don't assume you can easily hop between Cascais and Sintra by public transport in the evening; while buses connect them, service becomes sparse after dark. **From Lisbon Airport:** Take the metro to Cais do Sodré (requires one transfer, typically at Alameda or Marquês de Pombal), then catch the Cascais line train. Total journey runs 60-90 minutes depending on connections. Alternatively, direct taxis or ride-shares cover the 30km route — check current rates through booking platforms as prices fluctuate with traffic and time of day. The train option costs significantly less but requires navigating Lisbon's metro with luggage.

Purchase a Viva Viagem card at any train station for use on trains to Lisbon and local buses in Cascais

Trains to Lisbon Cais do Sodré run frequently from Cascais station throughout the day - check current schedules at the station

The historic town center is walkable, but local buses connect to beaches like Guincho if you don't want to walk

For day trips to Sintra, take the train to Lisbon and transfer rather than attempting a direct route