Home News Northern Line reopened for trains Northern Line reopened for trains Rail traffic on the Northern Line for long-distance service between Braga and Lisbon, and on the Minho Line, resumed today, with all trains expected to run, CP (Portuguese Railways) announced at 06:00.
Northern Line reopened for trains
Tuesday, 3 February 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The Alentejo Line (Linha do Alentejo) is a regional rail route serving the Alentejo area in southern/central Portugal, operated by CP - Comboios de Portugal. Today CP reported services between Pegões and Bombel were suspended and then resumed in a 15:00 status update, so commuters should check CP for any remaining delays or cancellations.
The Linha do Norte (North Line) is Portugal's main north–south rail corridor, linking Lisbon and Porto and carrying the country's busiest intercity and commuter trains. Disruptions on the North Line can affect long-distance schedules and regional services, so passengers should follow CP - Comboios de Portugal updates for alternative routes and timing.
CP is the Portuguese national rail operator (Comboios de Portugal), a state-owned company that runs most passenger train services. The Council of Ministers authorised CP to buy up to 20 high-speed multiple units (12 firm orders with an option for 8) to prepare it for a leading role in high‑speed services.
An Alfa Pendular (high-speed train service) is the fastest long-distance passenger train run by CP (Comboios de Portugal). These tilting trains reach up to about 220 km/h and link major cities on the north–south corridor (for example Lisbon and Porto, with journeys around 2h45), so check CP notices when services are suspended during storms.
The Minho Line (Linha do Minho) is the railway in northern Portugal that runs from Porto toward Valença and the Spanish border, with regional services operated by Comboios de Portugal (CP). It is a key commuter and cross‑border route, so service suspensions between Caminha and Valença after a fallen tree will disrupt local travel and international connections until repairs and inspections are completed.
