Town in Lisbon, Portugal
Getting around Ericeira
How to get around Ericeira
The town is walkable. Mafrense buses link Lisbon and Mafra, but a car or bike helps for beaches and villages. Rides are few at night.
Ways to get around Ericeira
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Mafrense buses to Lisbon | About €5–6 | Terminal at Campo Grande; about 1 hr; also to Mafra and Sintra |
| Local buses | About €1.50–2.50 | Short routes around Ericeira; limited at weekends |
| Taxi | About €6–12 in the area | Taxi stand in the centre; book ahead for late nights |
| Bike or rental car | Bike about €10–15 a day; car €25–55 | Car needed for remote surf spots |
Ride-hailing apps in Ericeira
A 5 km ride costs about €6–12 ($6.8–13.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Bolt | Few drivers; long waits, especially late at night |
| Uber | Occasional availability, check the app before relying on it |
- Taxis are limited; arrange return rides from Lisbon in advance. Local taxi companies take phone bookings.
Arriving in Ericeira
Via Lisbon airport (LIS)
Taxi or private transfer about €45–65, 40–50 min; or Metro to Campo Grande and Mafrense bus about €7, 1.5 hrs.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentable in summer for beaches. Roads are busy on weekends and can be wet, so ride cautiously.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences are accepted for short visits; carry an IDP too to avoid problems at checks and rentals.
- Onward travel in Portugal: Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains link Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra and the Algarve; Rede Expressos and FlixBus buses reach more towns and are often faster inland.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Ericeira?
Yes. Apps that work here: Bolt, Uber.
What's the best way to get around Ericeira?
The town is walkable. Mafrense buses link Lisbon and Mafra, but a car or bike helps for beaches and villages. Rides are few at night.
How do I get from the airport to Ericeira?
Taxi or private transfer about €45–65, 40–50 min; or Metro to Campo Grande and Mafrense bus about €7, 1.5 hrs.
Is Ericeira walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- CP (Comboios de Portugal)
- Rede Expressos
- FlixBus Portugal
- Save The Waves: Ericeira World Surfing Reserve
- Mafrense (bus)
- Câmara Municipal de Mafra
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