Alfa Pendular Train


The Portuguese Alfa Pendular high-speed train connects major cities in Portugal. Operated by Portuguese Railways, it is among the most convenient ways to travel on the Porto - Lisbon train route. Alfa Pendular has undergone a complete renovation in March 2017 and now offers travelers even more comfort. Choosing to travel on train from Lisbon to Porto and vice versa has many benefits, for starters, the train passes the distance of 332 kilometers (206 miles) in less than 3 hours! Moreover, there are more than 5 daily departures and two travel classes onboard Alfa Pendular high-speed trains to choose from: the first-class Conforto and second-class Turistica. The trains boast comfortable spacious seats with generous legroom and individual sockets, a wide range of audio and video channels, and are equipped with WCs, a cafeteria, and a minibar.

Travel Classes Onboard Alfa Pendular Train

    • Alfa Pendular 2 class (img 1)
    • Alfa Pendular 2 class (img 2)
    • Alfa Pendular 2 class (img 3)
    • Alfa-Pendular-Exterior

    Economy Class Seat

    This class of Alfa Pendular trains provides comfortable seating with enough legroom, folding tables, and enough space for your belongings as well. Seating for passengers with special needs is also available. Onboard the train you will find power sockets and free WiFi for your convenience. Passengers can purchase food from the vending machine and/or a bar car (depending on the route). The transportation of pets with you is also available on the train, while guide dogs travel for free.
    • Alfa Pendular 1 class (img 1)
    • Alfa Pendular 1 class (img 2)
    • Alfa Pendular 1 class (img 3)
    • Alfa-Pendular-Exterior

    Business Class Seat

    Such train coaches provide comfortable seating with enough legroom, folding tables, enough space for your belongings, and seating for passengers with special needs as well. There is a media center onboard the coach, with audio and video outlets, as well as power sockets and free WiFi for your convenience. Passengers can purchase food from the vending machine and/or a bar car (depending on the route). The transportation of pets with you is also available on the train, while guide dogs travel for free.

Customer reviews

  • This was one of the fastest and easiest train rides I've ever taken! I was very impressed with how new and clean the trains were.
    Selena Perez