Portugal Railways Cancel Four Trains Crossing 25 de Abril Bridge Due to Severe Weather
Facing forecasts of intense rain and high winds, CP has suspended four train services over the 25 de Abril Bridge.
📌 Key Highlights & Context
- Critical weather expected between 12:00‑15:00
- Cancelled services: IC 670 (Faro‑Lisboa), IC 698 (Évora‑Lisboa), IC 790 (Lisboa‑Évora), IC 572 (Lisboa‑Faro)
- Passengers may receive a refund or change to another train of the same class for free
Cancelled Services
Comboios de Portugal (CP) will cancel four train services that cross the 25 de Abril Bridge on Wednesday, November 11, between 12:00 and 15:00, due to forecasts of heavy rain and strong winds.
The affected trains are:
- IC 670 – departing Faro at 09:15, destination Lisboa‑Oriente
- IC 698 – departing Évora at 11:30, destination Lisboa‑Oriente
- IC 790 – departing Lisboa‑Oriente at 13:35, destination Évora
- IC 572 – departing Lisboa‑Oriente at 14:02, destination Faro
Passenger Options
CP stated that road transport may also be affected by the weather, so no alternative bus service will be provided. Ticket holders can request a full refund or exchange their ticket for another train of the same class at no additional cost.
The company will continue to monitor the weather and railway infrastructure and will take further safety measures if needed.
Sources
CP suprime quatro comboios com passagem pela Ponte 25 de Abril