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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Lisbon
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Bus from Madrid to Lisbon: Journey Information
There are 32 intercity buses per day from Madrid to Lisbon. Traveling by bus from Madrid to Lisbon usually takes around 8 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Gipsyy bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 42 minutes.
- Distance
- 312 mi (502 km)
- Shortest duration
- 6h 42m
- Cheapest price
- RON 52.87
- Trips per day
- 32
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Bus lines
- 2
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Madrid to Lisbon Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Madrid to Lisbon:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Lisbon?
Bus tickets for a trip from Madrid to Lisbon cost RON 68.84 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Madrid to Lisbon by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Madrid to Lisbon in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 88 to RON 125. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 23, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lisbon this week, bus tickets are available starting at RON 88.
Average bus ticket prices from Madrid to Lisbon by month
Taking the bus from Madrid to Lisbon is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only RON 139. If you're planning to take the bus from Madrid to Lisbon during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 245. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 10 days in advance. This way, you can save up to RON 78.35 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Madrid to Lisbon?
There are two bus 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 17 scheduled trips per day.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 17 trips from Madrid to Lisbon, and usually makes the trip in about 8 hours and 2 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Madrid to Lisbon
There are 32 scheduled buses 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 buses which you can take the entire route from Madrid to Lisbon without transferring.
Trips per day
32
Direct trips
32
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 312 miles from Madrid to Lisbon. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 42 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 bus leaves at 12:25am and the last bus leaves at 11:59pm. To see the times for all buses from Madrid to Lisbon, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
12:25am
Latest bus
11:59pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Madrid to Lisbon for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Lisbon, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Madrid has two bus stations with service to Lisbon.
All bus stations in Madrid:
- Central Bus Station
- Madrid Airport (T4)
Where does the bus arrive in Lisbon?
Main arrival station: Estação do Oriente
Buses arrive in Lisbon at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Lisbon:
- Estação do Oriente
- Lisbon (Airport)
- Lisbon Sete Rios Bus Station
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