What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €35 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Lisbon and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Sul e Sueste and arriving at Madrid via Lisbon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Lisbon and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Baixa / Chiado and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Lisboa - Santa Apolonia, Entroncamento and Badajoz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

The distance between Downtown Lisbon and Madrid is 530 km. The road distance is 606.9 km.

How do I travel from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid without a car is to bus via Sul e Sueste which takes 8h 51m and costs €50 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Lisbon to Madrid bus from?

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lisbon station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Lisbon to Madrid train from?

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station.

Train, bus or fly from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

The best way to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €35 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus via Sul e Sueste, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 8h 51m, you could also train, which costs €85 - €160 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Downtown Lisbon to Madrid bus arrive?

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Madrid station.

Where does the Downtown Lisbon to Madrid train arrive?

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Entroncamento station.

Can I drive from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Lisbon to Madrid is 607 km. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7041+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Downtown Lisbon and Madrid. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Downtown Lisbon to Madrid by plane, bus, train (Renfe), rideshare, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane LIS - MAD
4h 17m
€36–183
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lisbon to Madridrideshare 604.4 km
7h 18m
€32
Bus via Sul e Sueste
1. Take the bus from Lisbon to Madridbus FlixBus N1143 / ...
8h 51m
€52–92
Train
1. Take the train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Entroncamentotrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Entroncamento to Badajoztrain Re
3. Take the train from Badajoz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Alv
11h 10m
€86–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus
9h 12m
€42–102
Drive 606.9 km
1. Drive from Downtown Lisbon to Madridcar 606.9 km
6h 29m
€96–139

Downtown Lisbon to Madrid by foot and bus

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Distance: 529.6 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Downtown Lisbon, Portugal and Madrid, Spain?

Iberia, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lisbon to Madrid 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–90 and the journey takes 7h 15m.

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