Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Lisbon
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Coach from Madrid to Lisbon: Journey Information
There are 29 intercity coaches per day from Madrid to Lisbon. Travelling by coach from Madrid to Lisbon usually takes around 8 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 10 minutes.
- Distance
- 312 mi (502 km)
- Shortest duration
- 7h 10m
- Cheapest price
- MX$185.37
- Trips per day
- 29
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 2
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Madrid to Lisbon Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Madrid to Lisbon:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Madrid to Lisbon?
Coach tickets for a trip from Madrid to Lisbon cost about MX$249 when you book at the cheapest time, 12 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Madrid to Lisbon by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Madrid to Lisbon in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from MX$391 to MX$521. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 12 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lisbon this week, coach tickets are available starting at MX$391.
Average coach ticket prices from Madrid to Lisbon by month
Taking the coach from Madrid to Lisbon is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only MX$558. If you're planning to take the coach from Madrid to Lisbon during July, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of MX$968. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 12 days in advance. This way, you can save up to MX$277.87 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Madrid to Lisbon?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Madrid to Lisbon that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 16 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 16 trips from Madrid to Lisbon, and usually makes the trip in about 8 hours and 3 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Madrid to Lisbon
There are 29 scheduled coaches that travel from Madrid to Lisbon every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Madrid to Lisbon without transferring.
Trips per day
29
Direct trips
29
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 312 miles from Madrid to Lisbon. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
312
Distance (km)
502
The first coach leaves at 0:25 and the last coach leaves at 23:59. To see the times for all coaches from Madrid to Lisbon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:25am
Latest coach
11:59pm
Because many passengers travel from Madrid to Lisbon at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Tuesday
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Madrid has two coach stations with service to Lisbon.
All coach stations in Madrid:
- Central Bus Station
- Madrid Airport (T4)
Where does the coach arrive in Lisbon?
Main arrival station: Estação do Oriente
Coaches arrive in Lisbon at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Lisbon:
- Estação do Oriente
- Lisbon (Airport)
- Lisbon Sete Rios Bus Station
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