How to travel from Lisbon to Leiria

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 $8.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Leiria costing on average $21.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Leiria is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 25m.

Other travel options to Leiria take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 35m.

The distance from Lisbon to Leiria is approximately 73 miles (118 km).

The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Leiria is:

• Around 50 buses per day.
• Around 13 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 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia 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 Comboios De Portugal to go to Leiria by train.
• Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte to go to Leiria by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Leiria:

• 47 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, 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, Fátima, Coimbra. 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.