How to travel from Edinburgh to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Edinburgh to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $192 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.0 - 4.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $192, while a bus costs an average of $221.

Distance: 1221 miles (1966 km)

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$192

Average price

Cheapest

$221

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6h 21m

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4h 21m

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42h 22m

Average total duration

41h 52m

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30m

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5.9 - 11.8kg

CO2 emissions

2.0 - 4.9kg

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from Edinburgh to Lisbon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 PM42h45
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1481One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 PM42h45
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1481One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL928 · KL1585
    1:10 PM5h35
    Edinburgh Airport
    6:45 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $9661One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:03 PM43h57
    Edinburgh, Drum Brae South
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1541One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 PM44h45
    Edinburgh, Bus Station
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:03 PM45h57
    Edinburgh, Drum Brae South
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1601One-way
    3 transfers
  • EurowingsEW363+SmartwingsEW602
    1:40 PM6h40
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:20 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2081One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1887 · AF1124
    5:40 AM16h45
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2611One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY7847 · VY8462
    10:40 AM9h55
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:35 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $3281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Lisbon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Edinburgh and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Lisbon is a flight with an average price of $192 (€155).

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

A flight is $29 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Lisbon costing on average $221 (€178).

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 21m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 42h 22m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Lisbon is approximately 1221 miles (1966 km).
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Lisbon is:
  • Around 73 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lisbon by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, British Airways, Smartwings, Transavia France, Air France, Swiss, Brussels Airlines to go to Lisbon by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh 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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