When questioned by Vizinhos de Lisboa about the absence of rail service on the Linha da Cintura to that part of the city, CP points the finger at IP, and IP passes the responsibility back to CP.
CP and IP play the blame game over the non‑resumption of trains to Alcântara‑Terra at weekends
Tuesday, 13 January 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.
Infrastructure of Portugal (Infraestruturas de Portugal, or IP) is the state-owned company that manages the country’s rail network and major national roads; it was created in 2015 by merging the previous rail and road infrastructure agencies. IP plans and carries out maintenance, sets temporary restrictions on lines, and coordinates with train operators such as CP, so passengers should check IP notices and operator updates during works or severe weather.
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.
