How to travel from Lisbon to Leiria

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Compare bus and train for Lisbon to Leiria

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Leiria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 73 miles (118 km)

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€9

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€15

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€33

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2h 29m

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1h 59m

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3h 42m

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3h 12m

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1h 32m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Leiria is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Leiria costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Leiria is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Leiria take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lisbon and Leiria including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Leiria 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 €9 compared to roughly €33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €23. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 32m 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 Lisbon to Leiria

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM1h55
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    6:25 PMLeiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM1h55
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    6:25 PMLeiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Rede Expressos
    9:00 PM1h35
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    10:35 PMLeiria, Estação Rodoviária
    €141One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalR 26409 · R 36409 · IR 805
    11:36 AM5h33
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    5:09 PMLeiria station
    €161One-way
    2 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIR 21811 · IR 30811 · R 6455
    4:20 PM3h36
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    7:56 PMLeiria station
    €171One-way
    2 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalR 4403 · R 4509 · IR 800
    5:58 AM4h08
    Lisbon - Oriente
    10:06 AMLeiria station
    €221One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 AM2h00
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    9:40 AMLeiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:00 PM2h00
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:00 PMLeiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges
    €51One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM2h10
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    10:10 AMLeiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges
    €51One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to Leiria

Travel to Leiria 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 Lisbon to Leiria.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lisbon and Leiria including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Leiria is a bus with an average price of €9.

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

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Leiria costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Leiria is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Leiria take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 42m.

The distance from Lisbon to Leiria is approximately 73 miles (118 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Leiria is:
  • Around 51 buses per day.
  • Around 24 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Leiria:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Leiria station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios and arrive in Leiria, Estação Rodoviária.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Leiria, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte to go to Leiria by bus.
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Leiria by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Leiria:
  • 48 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Leiria often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, São Martinho do Porto, Nazaré, Humberto Delgado Airport, Fátima. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leiria and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leiria to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leiria, you can explore the medieval Leiria Castle for panoramic city views, visit the UNESCO-listed Batalha Monastery with its Gothic architecture, and admire Leiria Cathedral's blend of Gothic and Baroque styles. Discover traditional papermaking at Moinho do Papel and delve into regional history at Leiria Museum. Enjoy a football match at Dr. Magalhães Pessoa Stadium, hike through the vast Pinhal de Leiria forest, and experience local culture at Leiria Market. Relax with a stroll along the Lis River or attend a performance at José Lúcio da Silva Theatre.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leiria, allowing time to visit the Castle of Leiria, the Leiria Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and culture.

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