Editing Lisbon (section)

== Transportation ==


=== Getting To And From Lisbon ===

Lisbon is very easy to get to. It's just a short flight away from most European locations and also easily accessed by road, sea and rail.


==== Airport ====

Lisbon Airport is located within the city limits and is Portugal's main gateway. There are direct connections with many European, African, South- and North-American destinations. Approximate flight times to Lisbon: From London is 2 hours 20 minutes; from New York is 6 hours 45 minutes; from Los Angeles is 12 hours (plus transfer); from Toronto is 9 hours 30 minutes (plus transfer); and from Sydney is 22 hours 30 minutes (plus transfers).

There's a special Aerobus running between the Airport and the city center and another between the Airport and the Oriente area. This service runs between 7AM and 11PM. Tickets can be bought on board, check pricing [http://www.yellowbustours.com/en/cities/lisbon/airport-transport/ here]. This ticket is valid for 24 hours on the whole Carris network and gives 25% discount on certain tourist buses and historical trams. 

Buses 22, 44, 83, 705 and 745 connect the Airport with various areas of the city. See the [[Lisbon#Trams and Buses|bus + tram]] section below for more info. These buses are cheaper but officially do not allow any luggage to be taken on them, however if you just have a small bag / hand luggage, you shouldn't have any problem. 

There's two taxistands at the airport, one near the Arrivals and one near the Departures. While there can be a queue near the Arrivals, there usually are plenty of free taxis near the Departures. It's also said that you are less likely to be ripped off if you get a taxi at the Departures stand. The fare from the Airport to the city should probably be around €10 to €12. See the [[Lisbon#Taxis|Taxi]] section below for more information.


==== Train ====

International trains arrive at / depart from Santa Apolónia train station. There are two international lines:
# Lisbon - Hendaye (French/Spanish border), connecting with the Paris TGV. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=1bae6e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]
# Lisbon - Madrid. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=5c626e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]

There are several types of trains connecting Lisbon and the rest of Portugal:
# The Interregional trains are the cheapest but also slowest;
# The Intercidades trains are more expensive and require reservation but are considerably faster;
# The Alfa Pendular trains only connect Lisbon to a handful of other cities but are the fastest and consequently also most expensive trains (also requiring reservation).

Trains to and from the North of Portugal generally stop in Santa Apolónia and Oriente stations with the exception of the Alfa Pendular between Faro and Porto which stops at Entrecampos and Oriente stations in Lisbon. Trains to and from the South of Portugal (including the Évora line) stop at Entrecampos and Oriente train stations.

All train stations have good metro and bus connections and also taxi stands.

To check train schedules, prices and buy tickets, go to the [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=87cbd5abe2a74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD&lang=en CP site].


==== Bus ====

Rede Expressos operates a vast network, connecting Lisbon to most of Portugal. You can look for buses and buy tickets [http://www.rede-expressos.pt/default.aspx here].

EVA operates between Lisbon and the Algarve (Portugal's southernmost region). Click [http://www.eva-bus.com/novo/index.php?lang=uk here] to proceed to the EVA site.

Both Rede Expressos and Eva operate from the Sete Rios bus terminal in Lisbon.

Eurolines connects Lisbon to various destinations in Europe, operating from the Oriente bus terminal. The Eurolines site can be found [http://www.eurolines.com/# here]


==== Car ====

If you're driving to Lisbon, enjoy the countryside along the way. The A1 Auto-estrada do Norte extends from Porto to Lisbon and the A8 arrives from destinations to the north and west of the city. The A9 bypasses Lisbon, connecting the A1, A8 and the A5, which links Lisbon with Cascais and the beaches. The A2 Auto-estrada do Sul arrives from the Algarve via Almada and the Ponte 25 de Abril. The A12 crosses the Ponte Vasco da Gama, offering a less congested route into the city. 


==== Ship ====

International cruise ships stop at Alcântara, Rocha do Conde de Óbidos and Santa Apolónia. There are five marinas that receive private boats and provide mooring, Bom Sucesso, Belém, Santo Amaro, Alcântara and Olivais.



=== Getting Around Once You Are Here ===
big thanks to [[:cs:ltroni|Luis Troni]] for his help with this section

==== Metro ====

The Lisbon Metro operates daily from 6:30AM to 1AM. While all stations are open during that time, some stations have certain entrances closed at night and during weekends/holidays but there is always at least one entrance open at each station.

There are four metro lines, covering a substantial part of the city and most areas of interest. You can check the network diagram [http://www.metrolisboa.pt/Default.aspx?tabid=271 here] or if you prefer displayed against the city map [http://www.metrolisboa.pt/Portals/0/MapaCidade2009.pdf here].

Metro tickets can be bought in the ticket machines or at the booths. Please refer to [[Lisbon#7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card|7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Cards]] for more info on tickets and pricing.

The Metro gets very crowded during rush hour, but it's always interesting to get off in almost every metro station and enjoy the Art-deco, amazing panels of tiles, sculptures, and paintings turned into real masterpieces. This is our favourite way to get around Lisbon. It's cheap, cool and fast!


==== Trams and Buses ====

Buses and trams within Lisbon are operated by Carris. Besides the normal services, several special services for tourists and handicapped visitors (21 758 56 76 or 21 361 31 61). It's always cheaper if you buy your tickets in advance. The tourist circuits take visitors through Lisbon in open-top panoramic buses or in the 19th century trams. The Carris Tour, goes through down town and the historical site of Belém; the Hills Tour, takes the visitors to the historical city. Also not be missed are the funiculars of Bica and Glória. Try these unusual funiculars to get in touch with some of the most typical quarters of Lisbon.

As for the regular services, tickets can be bought onboard for €1,75 (bus) and €2,85 (tram). Alternatively you can use the cheaper [[Lisbon#7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card|7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Cards]], check out that section for more information about tickets and pricing.

The regular network operates from approx 5:30AM to 1AM, however some lines only run until 9PM. At night (approx 1AM to 5AM), a network of night buses runs across the city.

The Carris network maps can be obtained [http://www.carris.pt/en/network-map/ here].

The timetable for each bus/tram can then be checked [http://www.carris.pt/en/buslines/ here]


==== (Sub)Urban Trains ====

Trains between Lisbon and neighbouring cities are operated by CP and Fertagus on the following lines:

* Lisbon - Cascais. Operated by CP. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=bf066e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]
* Lisbon - Sintra. Operated by CP. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=9ee56e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]
* Lisbon - Azambuja. Operated by CP. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=ddc56e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]
* Barreiro - Setúbal. Operated by CP. More info [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=f9666e29d6b74010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD here]
* Lisbon - Setúbal. Operated by Fertagus. More info [http://www.fertagus.pt/tarifas_horarios.aspx?cntx=aX%2FCiz9%2FjbxDoEQLFtFwZgXBnPz6RIs%2Fbysj9WQaMEOhjis%2BUH8AeuWXKteOimj256jhnR46UvpUuD3LULu5KA%3D%3D here]

The tickets can be purchased at the ticket office of the respective boarding stations and at the automatic ticketing machines. It is important that you do not attempt to travel without a ticket, otherwise you may have to pay a hefty fine. Please refer to [[Lisbon#7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card|7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Cards]] for more info on tickets and pricing.


==== Ferries ====

Ferry connections between Lisbon and the South Margin of the Tagus river are operated by TRANSTEJO and SOFLUSA. More information about connections, timetable and tickets can be obtained [http://www.transtejo.pt/pt/homepage/index.html here]. This company also has Tagus Cruises, a tourist service that allows you to see Lisbon from the river. This is one of our favourites, specially at the end of the day, when the sunset can make this romantic crossing unforgettable.

7 Colinas / Viva Viagem tickets are also valid on these ferries. Please refer to the [[Lisbon#7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card|7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Cards]] for more info.


==== 7 Colinas - Viva Viagem Card ====

Probably the best option when using public transportation in Lisbon is to buy a rechargeable card (7 Colinas / Viva Viagem) for €0,50. This is an individual card, so you CANNOT use the same card for multiple people at once. This card can be bought at any metro station, at any Carris (bus and tram) ticket office, CP train stations and also at the post offices (including on the airport). You can charge your 7 Colinas or Viva Viagem card with the following options (IMPORTANT: You can only have one kind of ticket on your card at any time and can only change after using all your tickets):
* single tickets for the Metro (€1,25);
* single tickets for Carris - Bus & Tram (€1,25);
* 24 hours ticket valid on the Metro and Carris networks (€5,00 - valid for 24 hours from the moment of first validation)
* single tickets for the CP suburban trains (prices vary depending on the number of zones. You can check the prices [http://www.cp.pt/cp/displayPage.do?vgnextoid=990ac944b2fc5010VgnVCM1000007b01a8c0RCRD&lang=en here].)
* single tickets for Fertagus suburban trains (prices vary depending on the destination. You can check the prices [http://www.fertagus.pt/popup.aspx?cntx=62l2ypKIU9T4mJSKuXcwQon%2Fh7S%2BV0Pkph5GQxb%2FGDXVkgu2SQw4LsL334NvLkMLGyACcPb%2FjhJImnK9qA8FQw%3D%3D here]
* Zapping. With Zapping you can charge a certain amount (varying between €2 and €15) on your card. Your card is then valid on the Metro, Carris (bus + tram), CP (suburban trains), Soflusa (ferry) and Transtejo (ferry) networks. When you validate your ticket the appropriate amount will be subtracted from your card. Prices per ride are the same as buying single tickets. If you use connecting means of transport, e.g. bus and metro, you get a discount on the second ticket. If you charge your ticket with an amount superior to €2 you get some bonus credit (the higher the amount, the more bonus).

==== Taxis ====

Taxis in Lisbon are cheap and abundant, offering a good solution if you're heavily packed. The fare is displayed on a taximeter on the dashboard. The taximeter offers 4 fares:
# valid Monday to Friday from 6 am to 21 pm;
# valid from 21 pm to 6 am, on Saturday, feast days and public holidays. There is an additional cost of 20%;
# valid outside the city Monday to Friday from 6 am to 21 pm ;
# valid outside the city from 21 pm to 6 am, on Saturday, feast days and public holidays.

There is a surcharge of €1,60 for luggage, and €0,80 if you ordered a taxi by phone. Taxi drivers in Lisbon are relatively honest, with the exception of some taxi parked outside the airport, who apply some higher fares, or try to hide the taximeter.

Useful numbers (various taxi centrals that you can ring to call a cab):
* Teletáxis: tel. 218 111 100
* Rádio Táxis de Lisboa: tel. 218 119 000
* Autocoop: tel. 217 996 460
* Volancoop: tel. 218 153 513

Make sure you pay the amount that's displayed on the taximeter, if the driver is asking for more say you'll only pay what's on the taximeter. If he keeps insisting, ask for a receipt and write down the taxi number. Use this to file a complaint but it might also convince the driver to lower the price.


==== Maps ====

[http://www.hot-maps.de/europe/portugal/lisbon/homeen.html Interactive Lisbon Map]