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Museu Calouste Gulbenkian
Major fine arts museum with an outstanding collection spanning antiquity to European painting, plus a respected modern art component on the same campus.
Cheapest price
$255
Average price
$288
Fastest journey
1 d 20 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 22 h 36 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
2201 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Lisbon will cost around $288 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $255.
It's difficult to get from Zagreb to Lisbon without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 2.2 - 5.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 1367 miles (2201 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$213 Average price Cheapest | $300 Average price | $779 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
46h 47m Average total duration 46h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
2.2 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 6.6 - 13.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zagreb to Lisbon:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zagreb to Lisbon costing on average $300 (€247).
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Bus takes on average 46h 17m.
Tickets start at around $213 (€175) compared to roughly $779 (€641) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $566 (€466). The journey takes 46h 17m versus 27h 10m 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 Union Ivkoni International.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 48h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $237 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 47h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $289 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 51h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $280 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 50h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $235 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 50h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $272 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 47h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $222 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 49h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 48h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 46h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 46h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $227 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 44h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $184 |
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Lisbon buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 46h30 | 8:00 PM Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 44h35 | 6:05 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 47h30 | 8:45 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 47h40 | 4:10 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 46h45 | 6:00 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Zagreb to Lisbon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 46h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $104 (€85) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 1367 miles (2201 km) distance in 46h 20m.
Distance 1367 miles (2201 km) |
Average bus duration 46h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€85) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 46h 20m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 10:50 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Major fine arts museum with an outstanding collection spanning antiquity to European painting, plus a respected modern art component on the same campus.
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The elegant downtown rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake, with grand plazas, shopping streets and easy access to many major sights.
Lisbon’s monumental riverfront square, one of the city’s defining public spaces and a natural starting point for exploration.
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Lisbon’s iconic custard tart with a flaky pastry shell and caramelized top, famously associated with the city’s historic pastry shops.
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A renowned fine dining restaurant offering refined Portuguese cuisine in an intimate, upscale setting.
The city’s most famous pastry house, celebrated for its historic custard tarts and busy, iconic café atmosphere.
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Moderate for Western Europe. Budget dining is easy, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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Most Zagreb to Lisbon buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Lisbon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, 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.
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