How to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Amsterdam to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $154 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.9 - 4.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $154, while a flight costs an average of $521.

Distance: 1157 miles (1863 km)

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$521

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$154

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$649

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6h 40m

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4h 40m

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32h 34m

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32h 4m

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22h 34m

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5.6 - 11.2kg

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1.9 - 4.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $154 (€129).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Lisbon:

A bus is $368 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lisbon costing on average $521 (€437).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 40m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Lisbon among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 17h 54m sooner (4h 40m by flight vs 22h 34m by car) and save roughly $128 (€107) compared to fuel and tolls ($521 (€437) vs $649 (€544)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Amsterdam to Lisbon

How to get from Amsterdam to Lisbon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM31h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    7:40 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1311One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM31h25
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    7:40 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1311One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • KLMKL1587
    8:50 PM3h00
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:50 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $4441One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM31h45
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1311One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 AM39h30
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    5:45 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 AM38h45
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    5:45 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1441One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2307 · LH1780
    5:00 PM6h45
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:45 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2305 · LH1780
    3:40 PM8h05
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    10:45 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $3451One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH989 · LH1168
    11:10 AM5h20
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    3:30 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $3551One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Lisbon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Amsterdam and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $154 (€129).

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Lisbon:

A bus is $368 (€308) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Lisbon costing on average $521 (€437).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 40m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 32h 34m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Lisbon is approximately 1157 miles (1863 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Lisbon is:
  • Around 79 flights per day.
  • Around 24 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Lisbon as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lisbon by bus.
  • Travel with Indigo Airlines, Icelandair, Air Europa, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, KLM, Air France, Qatar Airways, Luxair, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Croatia Airlines, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, TAP Portugal, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Lisbon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Amsterdam to Lisbon:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Transavia France, KLM, TAP Portugal, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Lisbon often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lisbon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lisbon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lisbon, you can ride Tram 28 to explore the historic neighborhoods, discover Alfama with its narrow streets and traditional Fado music, and stroll through LX Factory, a trendy area with shops and art spaces. Visit the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum for a diverse art collection and enjoy a sunset at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte for breathtaking views. Key sights include Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle, Oceanário de Lisboa, and Lisbon Cathedral.
To explore Lisbon's main attractions and get a feel for the city's vibrant culture, spending 3 to 4 days is generally recommended.
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