There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Lisbon by train, bus, plane, rideshare 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.
Madrid to Lisbon by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Lisbon is to rideshare which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 42m.
The fastest way to get from Madrid to Lisbon is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs €30 - €170.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Lisbon. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Lisbon. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Lisboa Oriente via Badajoz and Entroncamento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.
The distance between Madrid and Lisbon is 729 km. The road distance is 606.4 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Lisbon without a car is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs €45 - €110.
It takes approximately 9h 48m to get from Madrid to Lisbon, including transfers.
Madrid to Lisbon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.
Madrid to Lisbon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Lisbon is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €70 and takes 7h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €30 - €170 and takes 3h 45m.
- Distance: 728.7 km
- Duration: 9h 48m
What companies run services between and ?
You can take a train from Madrid to Lisbon Oriente via Badajoz and Entroncamento in around 9h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Lisbon 5 times a day. Tickets cost €45 - €65 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Four other operators also service this route.
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €150
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €130
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €29 - €160
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €25 - €160
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €190
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 18m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Caceres
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 7m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
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
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Badajoz to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €35
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
- Urban - Single Ticket
- €7 - €8
- Regional - Single Ticket
- €11 - €15
- Intercity - Single Ticket
- €18 - €23
- Alfa Pendular - Single Ticket
- €24 - €35
Train from Entroncamento to Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €4 - €24
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
- Urban - Single Ticket
- €4 - €6
- Regional - Single Ticket
- €7 - €10
- Intercity - Single Ticket
- €12 - €16
- Alfa Pendular - Single Ticket
- €17 - €24
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.fr
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Caceres to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €25 - €35
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 29m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €5 - €35
- Website
- https://rede-expressos.pt/en
- Online ticket
- €5 - €35
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.com
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €70
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/
- hello@gipsyy.com
- Website
- gipsyy.com
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 8h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €10 - €45
- Schedules at
- gipsyy.com
- Online Ticket
- €10 - €45
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
- +3-389-268-0068
- Website
- blablacar.co.uk
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Lisbon - Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/bus
Rome2Rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 42m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €50
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Madrid to Lisbon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lisbon station.
Madrid to Lisbon train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Lisboa Oriente station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Lisbon is 606 km. It takes approximately 6h 29m to drive from Madrid to Lisbon.
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