- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
National museum housing Mérida’s finest Roman mosaics, sculptures and inscriptions. Essential for understanding the city’s UNESCO archaeological sites.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$24
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$26
Fastest journey on Oct 29
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
3 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 29
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Mérida is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Mérida will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 5 buses from Lisbon to Mérida, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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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NormalBuses from Lisbon to Mérida run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 14m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lisbon to Mérida.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Mérida buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:35 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h50 | 2:25 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 3h55 | 2:40 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Lisboa, Oriente | 3h25 | 2:40 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h15 | 6:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 3h45 | 6:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
4249 | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h45 | 6:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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National museum housing Mérida’s finest Roman mosaics, sculptures and inscriptions. Essential for understanding the city’s UNESCO archaeological sites.
Roman house remains with mosaics and murals, presented as an archaeological museum site. A strong companion visit to the main monuments.
Archaeological crypt preserving Roman and Visigothic remains beneath the basilica. A fascinating layered site for visitors interested in hidden history.
Urban area around the Roman theatre and amphitheatre, best explored slowly. It concentrates the city’s greatest monuments within an easy walking circuit.
Lively central square lined with arcades, civic buildings and terraces. A natural meeting point and good base for exploring the old town on foot.
Historic square beside the Temple of Diana, surrounded by noble architecture. One of the city’s most atmospheric places for day or evening walks.
A creamy rice dish from Extremadura made with pork liver, garlic and spices. It is a rustic local specialty linked to traditional pig slaughter season.
A chilled soup of tomato, bread, garlic and olive oil, often topped with ham and egg. It is a summer staple across Extremadura and very common in Mérida.
A thick garlic soup with bread, paprika and often egg or ham. It is a humble traditional dish from inland Spain, widely eaten in Extremadura.
Refined restaurant known for updated Extremaduran cuisine and careful presentation in an elegant setting near Mérida’s historic center.
Popular casual spot for tapas, raciones and local specialties, with a lively atmosphere suited to sampling regional flavors.
Well-known traditional venue serving Extremaduran classics, Iberian pork and regional wines in a warm, classic dining room.
Budget-friendly for Spain: lodging, tapas, and local transport usually cost less than in Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Most Lisbon to Mérida buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente to Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Lisbon and Mérida bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses is 1 km from Mérida city centre. Public transport options include:
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria available inside the station
Wi-Fi is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Wheelchair access via ramps.
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