How to arrive in Covilhã
Delegates can arrive either at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport of Porto (OPO) or Humberto Delgado International Airport of Lisbon (LIS).
While both cities offer bus connections to Covilhã, Lisbon provides the additional option of train services, making it a more flexible choice for travel planning.
It is advisable to book tickets in advance, especially during busy periods.
The Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs website is the official source for visa information.
By bus
Bus services run from major Portuguese cities to Covilhã Bus Terminal.
The journey takes about 3-4 hours from Lisbon or Porto.
Covilhã bus terminal address:
Alameda da Europa, 6200-546, Covilhã
The journey takes about 3-4 hours from Lisbon or Porto.
Covilhã bus terminal address:
Alameda da Europa, 6200-546, Covilhã
By train
Direct services run from Lisbon's Santa Apolónia or Oriente stations to Covilhã Train Station. The journey takes about 3-4 hours.
Covilhã train station address:
Largo da Estação dos Caminhos de Ferro, 6200-087, Covilhã
Covilhã train station address:
Largo da Estação dos Caminhos de Ferro, 6200-087, Covilhã
Transports in Covilhã
Public buses (Lines 11, N1, and Universidade) serve the conference venue through Covilhã Mobilidade. Taxis, ride-hailing apps (Uber, Bolt), and car rental services are also readily available throughout the city.