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CP has implemented a bus transfer service for Intercidades trains between Guarda and Abrantes following a month-long disruption on the Beira Baixa line caused by severe weather.
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is weighing changes to a recent rail pass after operators say more than 50,000 monthly users are increasing demand on regional services and Intercidades trains. The operator cites so-called “ghost trips” — journeys that distort load figures — together with roughly 20% of its fleet temporarily sidelined, creating capacity pressure and service disruption. CP is considering adjustments to the pass to better manage demand, reduce distorted ridership patterns and relieve stress on constrained Intercidades services.
Railway services on the Northern Line will face three-hour night-time disruptions between Alverca and Azambuja.
Railway traffic will be restricted between São Pedro do Estoril and Cascais
Buses replace trains on the Beira Baixa line between Abrantes and Covilhã and on the Oeste line between Caldas da Rainha and Meleças.
