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National Museum of Ancient Art
Portugal’s premier art museum, spanning medieval to modern works. Highlights include Nuno Gonçalves and major European painting collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 18
6
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mérida to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mérida to Lisbon will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 buses from Mérida to Lisbon, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 49 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 Mérida to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, while a flight costs an average of $362.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $362 Average price |
4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Mérida to Lisbon:
A train is $25 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mérida to Lisbon costing on average $34.
A train is $353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mérida to Lisbon costing on average $362.
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:24PM | Duration 3h24 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:29PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:29PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Mérida to Lisbon buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 3:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h24 | 5:24 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h49 | 5:49 PM Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h45 | 6:05 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
4349 | 9:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h29 | 11:29 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h29 | 11:29 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 3h59 | 11:59 PM Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mérida to Lisbon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $5 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 24m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mérida to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mérida to Lisbon buses use the Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios. Use this guide to compare Mérida and Lisbon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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