Cascais at a glance
Cascais lies on the Atlantic coast west of Lisbon, at the end of the CP suburban line that starts at Cais do Sodré. The trip takes about 40 minutes, and a secondary source puts the interval at 15 to 20 minutes. It is an easy day trip that needs no booking and no car.
The photo shows the bay of Cascais. This page covers the train, the tickets and the walk-and-ride logistics. For individual beaches and restaurants, check conditions and opening times locally on the day.
How to get from Lisbon to Cascais
The train is the simple answer. Fares are as of October 2026.
| Option | Time | Cost (2026) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| CP train from Cais do Sodré | About 40 minutes | See CP timetable and fares | Trains every 15 to 20 minutes according to a secondary source |
| 24-hour ticket (Carris, Metro and CP) | – | €11.40 plus €0.50 for the Navegante card | Covers the Cascais line and all Lisbon transport for 24 hours |
| Lisboa Card | – | €31 for 24 hours, €51 for 48, €62 for 72 | Includes trains; check the card guide for which lines |
CP changed its timetables on 6 April 2026 and again on 28 September 2026, so look at the current version before you plan your return trip.
Our picks: Cascais on a day trip
Both combine Sintra, Cabo da Roca and Cascais.
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Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais
A guided day with Guincho beach and free time in Cascais. The low from-price is without entry tickets; Pena and Regaleira only with the ticket option.
Check availability →Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and the Cascais coast
A walk through Sintra old town, a stop at Cabo da Roca and the coast seen from the bus. Guided entries only with the matching option; meeting point at Rossio.
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Guided day trips to Cascais, Cabo da Roca and Sintra, with live prices and availability.
The train, step by step
Go to Cais do Sodré and take the Cascais line. Estoril lies on the same line, so you can get off there if you want a shorter trip. Belém also has a station on the line, so you can combine the monuments of Belém with an afternoon on the coast.
If you only plan one trip on the line, the 24-hour ticket for €11.40 makes sense, as it also covers all metro, bus and tram rides in Lisbon during the same 24 hours. The standard 24-hour ticket without trains costs €7.25 and does not include the Cascais line. You also need a Navegante card, which costs €0.50.
Sources disagree on the single fare on the line in 2026, so check the current CP fare before you rely on a number.
Plan your day in Cascais
Three ways to use it, from short to long.
Half day
Take a morning train, walk around the town and the bay and return in the afternoon.
Belém and the coast
Spend the morning in Belém and then continue on the same train line. Remember that Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower are closed on Mondays and need a booked slot with the Lisboa Card.
Belém Tower →Full day with Cabo da Roca
Combine Cascais with the cape. You need a bus for the second part, so start early and check the return times first. See the next section.
Whatever the plan, check the time of the last train back before you leave the station area. We do not list the timetable here because it changes with each CP revision.
Cabo da Roca
Cabo da Roca is the cape on the Atlantic coast near Sintra. The lighthouse is run by Parques de Sintra. The Essential ticket costs €5 and the Panorama ticket costs €10. The courtyard and the interpretation centre are open from 9:30 to 17:30.
Parques de Sintra names two bus services: line 1253 from Sintra station and line 1624 from the Cascais terminal to Portela de Sintra. Check the stops and the walk from there before you go. Some older sources mention Scotturb line 403, which is an earlier listing, so verify it locally.
Cascais or Sintra?
Both are day trips, but they are different days.
Sintra is a day of timed tickets, palaces and buses. The palaces use time slots and you must plan the route. Cascais is the lighter option: a train, a walk and time by the water. If you only have one free day, choose by what you want. For palaces and a booked schedule go to Sintra; for a relaxed coastal day choose Cascais.
Our guides to the Sintra day trip and to all day trips from Lisbon explain the other options. Before you travel, also check the best time to visit Lisbon, as a coastal day is more pleasant in settled weather.
Cascais: frequently asked questions
How do I get from Lisbon to Cascais?
Take the CP suburban train from Cais do Sodré. The trip takes about 40 minutes. Estoril is on the same line.
How much is the train to Cascais?
Sources disagree on the single fare in 2026, so check the current CP fare before you travel. The 24-hour ticket for Carris, Metro and CP costs €11.40 in 2026 and covers the Cascais line. You also need a Navegante card for €0.50.
How often do the trains run?
A secondary source says every 15 to 20 minutes. CP changed its timetable on 6 April and 28 September 2026, so check the current timetable.
Can I visit Cabo da Roca from Cascais?
Yes, by bus. Parques de Sintra names line 1624 from the Cascais terminal to Portela de Sintra. The lighthouse ticket costs €5 for Essential or €10 for Panorama, and the courtyard opens 9:30 to 17:30.
Is the Lisboa Card valid on the Cascais line?
The official shop says the card includes trains. A reseller says the lines to Sintra, Cascais and the south bank are included. Check the card guide for the exact lines before you rely on it.