How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $169 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 34m. 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 $169, while a flight costs an average of $540.

Distance: 1175 miles (1891 km)

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$540

Average price

$169

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$627

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6h 34m

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4h 34m

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34h 25m

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33h 55m

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22h 37m

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5.7 - 11.3kg

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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 Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $169 (€142).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon:

A bus is $371 (€311) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon costing on average $540 (€454).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 34m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 25m.

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

You'll arrive about 18h 3m sooner (4h 34m by flight vs 22h 37m by car) and save roughly $87 (€73) compared to fuel and tolls ($540 (€454) vs $627 (€527)). 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM33h45
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM33h45
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW602
    10:20 AM3h05
    Cologne Bonn Airport
    12:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM31h45
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1421One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM33h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM31h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1619 · AF1194
    12:10 PM6h40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:50 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1519 · AF1194
    9:45 AM9h05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:50 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1019 · AF1194
    7:05 AM11h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:50 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $169 (€142).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon:

A bus is $371 (€311) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon costing on average $540 (€454).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 34m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 25m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is approximately 1175 miles (1891 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon is:
  • Around 66 flights per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, TAP Portugal, Air France, Air Europa, KLM, Vueling, Iberia, Malta Air, easyJet, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, CitizenPlane, Transavia France, azores airlines, Air Algerie, Icelandair, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Ryanair, Royal Air Maroc, ITA to go to Lisbon by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lisbon by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Lisbon:
  • 11 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, TAP Portugal, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main 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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