How to Get from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to Belém Tower

Belém Tower is 16.9 km southwest of Lisbon Airport. Depending on traffic and mode, the journey takes about 25 minutes by private transfer or taxi, or about 55 minutes by Metro and train.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 16.9 km road distance

Private Door-to-Door Transfer

Most Convenient

25 mins •On Request 24/7

From €42 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Meet the driver in the Terminal 1 Arrivals hall after baggage claim.
Follow signs for pre-booked transfer meeting point.
Board the private vehicle for the direct 16.9 km drive.
Traffic permitting, you will be dropped at the entrance of Belém Tower.

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Official Airport Taxi (Fixed Fare to Belém)

Fixed Fare

25 mins •Available 24/7 at Rank

€19 - €23 (Per Taxi)

Luggage: Luggage Included

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit Terminal 1 Arrivals and join the official taxi rank (barrier-controlled).
Ask for an accredited fixed-fare taxi to Belém (Zone 2).
Pay the fixed fare: €19 weekdays 07:00–22:00, €23 at night, weekends and holidays.
The driver will drop you at the Belém Tower entrance.

Metro Red Line + CP Train via Cais do Sodré

Cheapest

55 mins •Metro every few minutes; train frequent

€4.50 / Person

Luggage: Small Bags Only

How to take it step-by-step:

Buy a navegante ocasional card (€0.50) and load a single ticket (€1.90) at Aeroporto Metro station in Terminal 1 Arrivals.
Take the Red Line to Alameda, change to the Green Line towards Cais do Sodré.
At Cais do Sodré, follow signs to the CP train station and buy a ticket to Belém (about €2.60).
Take a Cascais-line train towards Cascais and get off at Belém station (short ride), then walk 5 minutes to Belém Tower.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Only use the official taxi rank outside Terminal 1 Arrivals; ignore touts inside the terminal. Fixed fares apply only to accredited taxis from the airport, so ask 'fixed fare?' before departing.
Check the taxi has the accredited-fixed-fare sign. Non-accredited taxis use the meter and may cost more, especially at night.
Buy navegante cards and train tickets only from official machines or ticket offices. Avoid anyone offering to 'help' buy tickets for a fee.
Watch your belongings on crowded Metro trains and when changing at Alameda; pickpockets target tourists with luggage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Lisbon Airport to Belém Tower?

Take the Metro Red Line to Alameda, change to the Green Line to Cais do Sodré, then the CP Cascais-line train to Belém station. Total cost is about €4.50 per person.

How long does it take to get from Lisbon Airport to Belém Tower?

By private transfer or taxi it takes about 25 minutes in normal traffic. By Metro and train it takes about 55 minutes.

Are taxis from Lisbon Airport to Belém safe?

Yes, if you use the official rank and choose an accredited fixed-fare taxi. The Zone 2 fare is €19 by day and €23 at night, weekends and holidays, all inclusive.

Can I pay by card for the airport taxi?

Accredited fixed-fare taxis must accept card and MB Way with no surcharge. Non-accredited taxis may prefer cash, so ask before boarding.

Is there a direct bus or train from Lisbon Airport to Belém Tower?

No, there is no direct bus, Metro or train. You must change at Cais do Sodré for the CP train, or use a taxi or private transfer.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is easiest: the driver meets you in arrivals and takes you door-to-door, with space for suitcases.

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