How to travel from Glasgow to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Glasgow to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $222 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.9 - 4.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $222, while a flight costs an average of $510.

Distance: 1206 miles (1941 km)

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$510

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$222

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$382

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6h 44m

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43h 55m

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43h 25m

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28h 33m

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5.8 - 11.6kg

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1.9 - 4.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $222.

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

A bus is $287 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Lisbon costing on average $510.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 44m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 43h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Glasgow and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Lisbon among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 23h 49m sooner (4h 44m by flight vs 28h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $510 compared to roughly $382 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Glasgow to Lisbon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 PM44h45
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $2531One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 PM44h45
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    6:00 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $2531One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • KLMKL942 · KL1587
    4:55 PM5h55
    Glasgow International Airport
    10:50 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $4971One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:25 AM58h20
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    5:45 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $2531One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:15 PM48h45
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $2561One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:20 AM52h10
    Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
    2:30 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $2621One-way
    2 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA1491 · BA506
    7:40 PM22h20
    Glasgow International Airport
    6:00 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $3841One-way
    1 transfer
  • BA CityflyerBA8727+British AirwaysBA500
    5:25 PM16h40
    Glasgow International Airport
    10:05 AMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $4111One-way
    1 transfer
  • BA CityflyerBA8727+British AirwaysBA506
    5:25 PM24h35
    Glasgow International Airport
    6:00 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $4111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Lisbon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Glasgow and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $222.

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

A bus is $287 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Lisbon costing on average $510.

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 44m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 43h 55m.

The distance from Glasgow to Lisbon is approximately 1206 miles (1941 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Lisbon is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Glasgow International Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Icelandair, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, TAP Portugal, Buzz to go to Lisbon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lisbon by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Glasgow to Lisbon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet, TAP Portugal.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow 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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