There are 8 ways to get from Budapest to Lisbon by plane, train, bus, night train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly from Budapest • 6h 56m
7 alternative options
Train to Vienna, fly • 9h
Train, bus via Bordeaux • 34h 31m
Train, bus • 43h 49m
Night train, bus • 46h 8m
Bus • 2 days 0h
Train, bus #2 • 2 days 5h
Drive • 28h 33m
Budapest to Lisbon by train, walk and bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Lisbon is to fly which costs 28 000 Ft - 110 000 Ft and takes 6h 56m.
The fastest way to get from Budapest to Lisbon is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs 28 000 Ft - 110 000 Ft.
No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Lisbon. However, there are services departing from Deák Ferenc tér M and arriving at Lisbon via Budapest Népliget bus station and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.
The distance between Budapest and Lisbon is 2510 km. The road distance is 3077.6 km.
The best way to get from Budapest to Lisbon without a car is to train and bus via Bordeaux which takes 34h 31m and costs .
It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Budapest to Lisbon, including transfers.
Budapest to Lisbon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest Népliget bus station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Lisbon is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs 28 000 Ft - 110 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 90 000 Ft - 140 000 Ft and takes 2 days 0h.
Budapest to Lisbon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lisbon station.
Lisbon is 1h behind Budapest. It is currently 10:03 PM in Budapest and 9:03 PM in Lisbon.
- Distance: 2510.1 km
- Duration: 6h 56m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Lisbon, Portugal?
Ryanair, Wizz Air and four other airlines fly from Budapest to Lisbon every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Budapest to Lisbon Oriente via Népliget M, Budapest Népliget bus station, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 2 days 0h.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €75 - €450
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 55m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €75 - €450
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 43m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €75 - €410
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €75 - €410
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €200 - €600
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €210 - €650
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €190 - €550
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €460
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €550
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €200 - €600
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €500
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €210 - €650
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 36m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €550
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €190 - €550
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €180 - €460
Flights from Vienna to Lisboa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €190 - €550
- Website
- wizzair.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €300
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Budapest to Lisboa via Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 15m
- When
- Thursday
- Estimated price
- €95 - €490
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Muenchen Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 37m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €31 - €36
- Website
- https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Deli to Hegyeshalom
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 49m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
- Phone
- +420 222 222 221
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Budapest Kelenfold Train Station to Vienna Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 34m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €35
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
- 2nd Class
- €10 - €14
- 1st Class
- €29 - €33
Train from Budapest Déli Train Station to Hegyeshalom Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 49m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €8 - €27
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €12
- 1st Class
- €21 - €27
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from München Hbf to Strasbourg Bahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 51m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €75
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
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Train from Strasbourg to Bordeaux-St-Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 1m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Strasbourg to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 1m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €150 - €250
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €150 - €210
- 1st Class
- €190 - €250
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 210 900 032
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Fundao to Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 11m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €16 - €24
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €130 - €200
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Night train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €180 - €250
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
- Phone
- +33 6 31 09 82 47
- contact@euroscoach.com
- Website
- euroscoach.com
Bus from Bordeaux Paludate to Fundao Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 44m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Website
- Euroscoach By Cm Tours
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Zürich to Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 32h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €120 - €180
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 36h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €160 - €230
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 31h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €160 - €230
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +382 51 233 762
- info@eurosuntic.com
- Website
- facebook.com
Bus from Hegyeshalom Train Station to Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 30m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €75 - €95
- Schedules at
- eurosuntic.me
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Luxemburgo to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 31h 30m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €180 - €260
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
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Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Lisbon is 3078 km. It takes approximately 28h 33m to drive from Budapest to Lisbon.
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