How to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon

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Compare bus for Karlsruhe to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €149 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €149, while a flight costs an average of €277.

Distance: 1120 miles (1804 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon

Compare the available ways to get from Karlsruhe to Lisbon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of €149.

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

A bus is €128 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Karlsruhe to Lisbon costing on average €277.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 0m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Karlsruhe and Lisbon.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Lisbon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €149 compared to roughly €470 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €321. The journey takes 33h 30m versus 21h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Karlsruhe to Lisbon

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

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    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 202+TAP PortugalTP571
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 76 · ICE 1014+British AirwaysBA901 · BA510
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 8 · ICE 1012+British AirwaysBA903 · BA512
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 370 · ICE 518+KLMKL1822 · KL1579
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon

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You can travel between Karlsruhe and Lisbon by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of €149.

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

A bus is €128 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Karlsruhe to Lisbon costing on average €277.

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 0m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is approximately 1120 miles (1804 km).
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Lisbon is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlsruhe to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Lufthansa, TAP Portugal, Eurowings, Ryanair 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 Karlsruhe to Lisbon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, TAP Portugal, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe 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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