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Museu Militar de Elvas
Museum inside Forte de Santa Luzia displaying weapons, uniforms, and documents. Essential for understanding Elvas's military past.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Elvas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Elvas will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 13 buses that leave Lisbon for Elvas on Tue, Aug 04, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.




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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Elvas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Elvas:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Elvas costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Elvas take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $66 (€54) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $53 (€43). The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Elvas buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h40 | 11:10 AM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Elvas | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h00 | 3:00 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h50 | 6:20 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 3h35 | 6:20 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h20 | 6:20 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h00 | 6:00 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
78 · 89 | 4:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h00 | 9:45 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 2h45 | 8:15 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 · 84 | 6:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h40 | 10:40 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
80 · 89 | 6:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h45 | 9:45 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h15 | 9:45 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h10 | 10:40 PM Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Elvas run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Elvas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Elvas trip today.
Museum inside Forte de Santa Luzia displaying weapons, uniforms, and documents. Essential for understanding Elvas's military past.
Contemporary art museum in a restored hospital, focused on Portuguese art from the second half of the 20th century onward.
Interpretation center explaining the UNESCO military landscape of Elvas through models, panels, and context for first-time visitors.
Main square of Elvas, framed by historic buildings and arcades. A natural base for walking, people-watching, and orienting yourself in the old town.
One of the principal streets in the old center, useful for exploring shops, churches, and urban details within the UNESCO zone.
Scenic approach area around the aqueduct, ideal for walking and photography. It showcases one of Elvas's most memorable urban landscapes.
A hearty Alentejo soup of bread, garlic, olive oil, coriander and poached egg. It is a defining comfort dish of the region around Elvas.
Pork marinated with garlic and paprika, then cooked with clams. Popular across Alentejo, it reflects the region's love of robust pork dishes.
Traditional Alentejo lamb stew slowly cooked with herbs and local seasoning. It is a festive, old-fashioned dish found in inland towns like Elvas.
Traditional local restaurant serving hearty Alentejo dishes, grilled meats and regional specialties in a relaxed, dependable atmosphere.
Well-known casual spot for Portuguese comfort food, including regional meat dishes and classics, with a friendly tavern-style feel.
Refined restaurant in a historic pousada, known for polished Alentejo cuisine, regional wines and an elegant setting inside Elvas's fortified center.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto. Rooms, meals, and local travel are usually cheaper, making Elvas a good value for budget and mid-range travelers.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are often rounded up slightly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Elvas 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 Elvas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lisbon to Elvas buses use the Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios to Elvas, Terminal Rodoviário station pair, with some services arriving at Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Elvas bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
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