How to travel from Lausanne to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Lausanne to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $198 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 3.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $198, while a flight costs an average of $574.

Distance: 963 miles (1550 km)

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$198

Average price

Cheapest

$574

Average price

$616

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(fuel + tolls)

31h 2m

Average total duration

30h 32m

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30m

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5h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

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2h 0m

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18h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.6 - 3.9kg

CO2 emissions

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4.7 - 9.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $198 (€166).

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

A bus is $376 (€316) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Lisbon costing on average $574 (€481).

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lausanne and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lausanne 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 $198 (€166) compared to roughly $616 (€517) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $419 (€351). The journey takes 30h 32m versus 18h 48m 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 Lausanne to Lisbon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM33h05
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    5:20 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM33h05
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    5:20 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU27650
    10:30 AM2h40
    Geneva International Airport
    12:10 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $2401One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:15 AM33h30
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    5:45 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 AM34h15
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    6:30 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $1281One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 PM29h05
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    9:55 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB614 · IB539
    12:30 PM11h55
    Geneva International Airport
    11:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1561One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6201 · VY8468
    9:50 AM8h20
    Geneva International Airport
    5:10 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1671One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6201 · VY8458
    9:50 AM9h35
    Geneva International Airport
    6:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1671One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Lisbon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lausanne and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $198 (€166).

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

A bus is $376 (€316) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Lisbon costing on average $574 (€481).

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 31h 2m.

The distance from Lausanne to Lisbon is approximately 963 miles (1550 km).
The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Lisbon is:
  • Around 67 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lausanne to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lisbon by bus.
  • Travel with easyJet, TAP Portugal, Swiss, Iberia, Air Europa, Eurowings, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, KLM, Air France, Qatar Airways, Luxair, Lufthansa, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, British Airways to go to Lisbon by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lausanne to Lisbon with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 8 direct flights per day with easyJet, TAP Portugal, Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Lausanne 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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