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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lisbon to Madrid
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €16
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €32
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 7 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 7 h 16 m
- Buses on Nov 13
- 55
- Distance
- 502 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Madrid will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 55 buses from Lisbon to Madrid, including 48 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 502 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 7 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
318711:55 AM 7h30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Normal2:45 PM 8h13 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- Normal
2:45 PM 7h45 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
3:15 PM 7h15 Lisboa, Oriente 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €16 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
3:15 PM 7h43 Lisboa, Oriente 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus3:20 PM 7h05 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 11:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €20 1 One-way 0 transfers- Normal
9:30 PM 7h14 Lisboa, Oriente 5:44 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €31 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
3:15 PM 7h15 Lisboa, Oriente 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €16 1 One-way 0 transfers 
Normal3:15 PM 7h15 Lisboa, Oriente 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- 3515
10:30 PM 7h29 Lisboa, Gare Oriente 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Madrid
Portugal
Spain
Buses from Lisbon to Madrid run on average 52 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 45 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 502 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 502 km |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 52 |
Direct buses 45 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Lisbon to Madrid trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lisbon to Madrid.
Live departures
Lisbon to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 12h44 | 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 12h44 | 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 13h15 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 13h15 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 10h25 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:35 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 8h20 | 6:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h24 | 7:09 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h55 | 7:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h25 | 7:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h54 | 7:09 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h50 | 8:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 8h30 | 8:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3187 | 11:55 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h30 | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 8h00 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h30 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h30 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 9h44 | 11:29 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h00 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 9h14 | 11:29 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h13 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h13 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 7h45 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 7h45 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h43 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h43 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h15 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h15 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h35 | 11:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h05 | 11:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h50 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 8h20 | 6:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h45 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h29 | 5:44 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h30 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h14 | 5:44 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h50 | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 8h20 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 8h30 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 7h59 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h44 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h15 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3515 | 10:30 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 7h29 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h00 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 7h29 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 9h29 | 9:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h30 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h30 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 9h29 | 9:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h00 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h59 | 9:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h00 | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 8h59 | 9:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Internorte, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Lisbon to MadridYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Madrid with Alsa, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Internorte, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lisbon and Madrid
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Gipsyy
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Gipsyy
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Gipsyy
- One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
Buses from Lisbon to Madrid: Journey Details
Buses from Lisbon to Madrid run every day of the week. The main providers on the route are Avanza and Alsa. The journey time is approximately 8 and a half hours. There are numerous departures every day, starting shortly before 10:00 a.m. and continuing until 9:15 p.m. All of the journeys on this route are direct.
Taking the Bus from Lisbon
The primary departure point for buses from Lisbon to Madrid is the Sete Rios bus station in central Lisbon. Buses going to Madrid may also stop at the Oriente station as this is also an important terminus for regional and international buses. Both of these stations are stops on Lisbon's metro system. Night buses also run in the city.
Getting into Madrid by Bus
Madrid is one of Spain's truly global cities and is home to countless art galleries and royal palaces.
Buses from Lisbon to Madrid arrive at Intercambiador de Transporte, Avenida de América, which is Madrid's main bus station. Located to the north of the city centre, it is well connected to the Metro and bus networks. Night buses operate in the city and there is a taxi rank by the bus station.
FAQs: Bus from Lisbon to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Madrid by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lisbon to Madrid
Most Lisbon to Madrid buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lisbon station do buses to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Lisboa, Gare Oriente from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente bus station facilities and services
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios from Lisbon city centre
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios bus station facilities and services
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) from Lisbon city centre
Which Madrid station do buses from Lisbon arrive at?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Getting to Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Lisbon to Madrid
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