How to travel from Basel to Lisbon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $152 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.7 - 4.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $152, while a flight costs an average of $190.

Distance: 1037 miles (1669 km)

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$190

Average price

$152

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$648

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5h 31m

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3h 31m

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34h 45m

Average total duration

34h 15m

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19h 43m

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CO2 emissions

1.7 - 4.2kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $152 (€123).

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

A bus is $38 (€31) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Lisbon costing on average $190 (€154).

A bus is $275 (€222) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Lisbon costing on average $427 (€346).

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 45m.

Train takes on average 45h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Lisbon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Basel to Lisbon among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 16h 12m sooner (3h 31m by flight vs 19h 43m by car) and save roughly $457 (€370) compared to fuel and tolls ($190 (€154) vs $648 (€524)). 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 Basel to Lisbon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:44 AM36h16
    Basel Bad Bhf
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:44 AM36h16
    Basel Bad Bhf
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1001One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU21271
    6:10 AM3h00
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    8:10 AMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1991One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 AM33h35
    Basel, Bahnhof
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1011One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:44 AM34h16
    Basel Bad Bhf
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1061One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 AM31h35
    Basel, Bahnhof
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1061One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6261 · VY8462
    1:25 PM8h10
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    8:35 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2381One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6261 · VY8464
    1:25 PM9h05
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:30 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1393 · AF1124
    2:25 PM9h00
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    10:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2811One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Basel 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 Basel to Lisbon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Basel and Lisbon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $152 (€123).

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

A bus is $38 (€31) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Lisbon costing on average $190 (€154).

A bus is $275 (€222) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Lisbon costing on average $427 (€346).

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 45m.

Train takes on average 45h 48m.

The distance from Basel to Lisbon is approximately 1037 miles (1669 km).
The average frequency per day from Basel to Lisbon is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Basel to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Basel, Bahnhof and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Basel to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Lisbon by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Vueling, KLM, Air France to go to Lisbon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lisbon by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Basel to Lisbon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Basel to Lisbon often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Madrid, Paris, Sintra, Barcelona. 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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