- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
7
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 $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 7 buses that leave Lisbon for Mérida on Sun, Jun 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Mérida among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$25 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Mérida:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lisbon to Mérida costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to Mérida take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 32m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
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 Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:29AM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Mérida buses for today, Saturday, June 13. 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, Gare 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 | |
4249 | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h45 | 6:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 3h45 | 6:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lisbon to Mérida run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) 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 25m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Mérida — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mérida trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
A compact but important collection focused on Visigothic sculpture and inscriptions, helping visitors understand Mérida beyond its Roman fame.
A local archaeological museum with finds from Mérida and its surroundings, useful for deeper context on the city’s Roman, Visigothic, and later history.
The streets around the Temple of Diana form one of the most atmospheric parts of Mérida, especially in the evening when the monument is illuminated.
The pedestrian route across the Roman bridge and along the river is one of the city’s best walks, combining heritage views and open-air scenery.
The historic center is compact and walkable, letting visitors move easily between Roman monuments, churches, squares, and everyday city life.
Acorn-fed Iberian ham from Extremadura, prized for its deep flavor and silky texture. It is one of the region’s most iconic products.
A traditional shepherds’ dish of fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, olive oil, and usually pork products. A classic comfort food in Extremadura.
Slow-cooked lamb stew seasoned simply to highlight local meat. It is a celebratory and very traditional dish in Extremadura.
Recognized Mérida restaurant with contemporary cooking and polished presentation, suitable for a special meal with local influences.
Well-known Mérida restaurant serving refined Extremaduran cuisine near the historic center, with a modern yet welcoming atmosphere.
Established dining room in a converted historic setting, known for regional dishes and a more formal experience in Mérida.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable for most travelers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, and tipping is not expected elsewhere.
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