- Must visit
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
$37
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 21 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Lisbon on Mon, Jul 27, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct buses cover the 466 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest buses will take 8 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $134.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $372 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon:
A bus is $22 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon costing on average $69 (€69).
A bus is $325 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon costing on average $372 (€372).
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Train takes on average 7h 26m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€47) compared to roughly $90 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€42). The journey takes 7h 20m versus 5h 33m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon buses for today, Sunday, July 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3124 | 12:00 PM Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
3124 | 12:25 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h20 | 7:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 9:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h59 | 8:29 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 12:45 PM Santiago de Compostela | 10h15 | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:45 PM Santiago de Compostela | 8h35 | 8:20 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 7h50 | 8:20 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h20 | 10:50 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 6h55 | 11:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 7h05 | 11:15 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 12:30 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h20 | 2:20 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 4:30 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 1 transfer | |
93264 · 3124 | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 7:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Santiago de Compostela | 8h50 | 4:35 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h05 | 4:35 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
30310 · 3124 | 10:05 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h40 | 7:45 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h35 | 8:20 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h20 | 6:05 PM Lisboa, Oriente | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€29) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Lisbon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lisbon trip today.
Portugal’s premier art museum, spanning medieval to modern works. Highlights include Nuno Gonçalves and major European painting collections.
Compact museum famed for the world’s largest tile collection. It explains azulejo art and includes a beautiful church interior.
Museum built around Gulbenkian’s exceptional private collection, from ancient artifacts to European masters, in a calm garden setting.
Lisbon’s oldest district, with narrow lanes, viewpoints, and fado heritage. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for wandering on foot.
Elegant central square on the Tagus framed by arcades and grand façades. A key meeting point and one of Lisbon’s defining public spaces.
Grand square famous for wave-pattern paving, fountains, and surrounding architecture. It is a classic starting point for central Lisbon walks.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potatoes. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish showing Portugal's deep bacalhau tradition.
Grilled salted cod, usually served with potatoes, olive oil and greens. Simple, iconic and central to Portuguese home cooking.
Shredded salted cod sautéed with onions, straw fries and egg. A classic Lisbon recipe said to have originated in the city.
Two-Michelin-star fine dining by Henrique Sá Pessoa. Creative Portuguese cuisine with refined tasting menus and polished service.
Historic Belém pastry shop famed for its original custard tarts. Busy, traditional and essential for a classic Lisbon sweet stop.
Traditional seafood restaurant in Cais do Sodré, known for shellfish, garlic clams and classic Portuguese fish dishes in a lively setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging is cheaper than Paris, but central hotels rise in peak season. Meals and transit are generally good value for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up.
The distance that Santiago de Compostela Lisboa buses must cover is approximately 550 kilometres. In general, these journeys last more than 10 hours. The frequency of departures is irregular, and may take place every 2 hours or after more than 5 hours. However, at certain times between 12 and 14 bus departures are scheduled at the same time.
The routes of the Santiago de Compostela Lisboa buses are operated by the companies Rede expressos and RENEX, which belong to the same group, ALSA and Eurolines. Vehicles serviced on this route offer free wifi, seats with electrical outlets, air conditioning, entertainment options and toilets.
The fastest journey of the Santiago de Compostela buses takes 8 hours and 25 minutes. It is programmed in 2 routes, the first operated by ALSA and the second by Rede expressos, making the change of bus in Braga. Stops can be made in Pontevedra, Vigo, Tuy, Valença Do Minho, Braga, Oporto, Albergaria, Coimbra, Leiria, Fatima and Lisbon Oriente.
From Monday to Friday there are 27 buses from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon per day, and on Saturdays there are the same number of departures. On Sundays 40 bus departures are programmed that communicate the capital of Galicia with the capital of Portugal.
Santiago de Compostela bus station: This modern station has a kiosk, pastry shop, toilets, free wifi connection, information desk and luggage and bicycle consignment services, parcels and invoicing. It is located about 2 kilometers from the central square of Galicia, and from there you can reach the station in 10 or 15 minutes on the bus lines Tussa 5, 13, 15, C2, C4, C11, P2 and P6.
Sete Rios station: located 3.8 kilometres from the Baixa or Lisbon old town, this station has a cafeteria, a bar and snack bar, ticket windows and toilets. To get to Baixa in about 30 minutes you can take the subway to Cais do Sodré station from Jardín Zoológico station, located a few steps from Sete Rios.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Lisbon 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.
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