- Must visit
Museu Calouste Gulbenkian
One of Lisbon’s finest museums, known for its exceptional art collection spanning antiquity to European masters. The quiet garden setting also makes it a local favorite.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 19 buses that leave Viana do Castelo for Lisbon on Sat, Jun 20, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.



FlixBus
FlixBus



FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $154 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Viana do Castelo to Lisbon:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon costing on average $36 (€30).
A bus is $141 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon costing on average $154 (€126).
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 26m.
Train takes on average 4h 52m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $110 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $98 (€80). The journey takes 4h 26m versus 3h 54m 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, FlixBus, Citi Express, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Viana do Castelo to Lisbon buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 4h45 | 3:25 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 4h45 | 8:55 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 4h45 | 10:55 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
49 · 21 | 3:45 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 5h35 | 9:20 AM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 1 transfer | |
50+ 53 | 7:30 AM Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) | 5h05 | 12:35 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Viana do Castelo to Lisbon run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 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.
One of Lisbon’s finest museums, known for its exceptional art collection spanning antiquity to European masters. The quiet garden setting also makes it a local favorite.
Portugal’s national museum of ancient art, housing major Portuguese and European works. It is essential for understanding the country’s artistic and imperial history.
Portugal’s leading tile museum in a former convent, tracing the history of azulejos from the 15th century to today. A standout for Lisbon’s visual identity and a favorite beyond the city center.
Lisbon’s oldest district, known for steep lanes, tiled facades, viewpoints and strong traditional character. It is one of the city’s essential walking areas.
A central district blending historic elegance, shopping streets, cafes and cultural venues. It is one of the most popular areas for strolling in central Lisbon.
Lisbon’s grand waterfront square, framed by monumental buildings and opening toward the Tagus. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s signature public spaces.
A classic Lisbon cod dish made with shredded salted cod, onions, straw fries, and softly scrambled eggs, usually topped with parsley and olives.
Chargrilled sardines, especially iconic during the June Festas de Lisboa, typically served with bread, potatoes, or salad.
Clams cooked with garlic, olive oil, white wine, and coriander. A beloved Portuguese seafood petisco strongly associated with Lisbon dining.
José Avillez's celebrated fine-dining restaurant in Chiado, known for refined Portuguese cuisine and a polished special-occasion experience.
The historic pastry shop most famous for Lisbon's iconic custard tarts, with a classic, busy atmosphere and strong local tradition.
A famed seafood restaurant known for shellfish, garlic prawns, and a lively traditional atmosphere. One of Lisbon's most established dining institutions.
Moderate for Western Europe: good value on transit and casual dining, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up is common; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Small tips for taxis are optional; not expected for counter service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viana do Castelo 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 Viana do Castelo to Lisbon buses use the Viana do Castelo, Rua General Humberto Delgado (Central de Camionagem) to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios. Use this guide to compare Viana do Castelo 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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