How to travel from Lisbon to Loule

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Lisbon to Loule

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Loule among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, while a flight costs an average of $491.

Distance: 124 miles (201 km)

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Driving

$27

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$18

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$491

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$81

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3h 37m

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3h 7m

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4h 8m

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3h 38m

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30m

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4h 25m

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2h 25m

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2h 35m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Loule is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Loule costing on average $27 (€22).

A bus is $473 (€396) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Loule costing on average $491 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Loule is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Loule take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Loule including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Loule among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $81 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€46). The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lisbon to Loule

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

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bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:25 PM4h50
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    9:15 PMLoule, Terminal Rodoviário
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:25 PM4h50
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    9:15 PMLoule, Terminal Rodoviário
    $61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TAP PortugalTP1901
    9:35 AM0h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    10:25 AMFaro Airport
    $1541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 570
    10:10 AM3h10
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    1:20 PMLoule
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 574
    6:40 PM3h10
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    9:50 PMLoule
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 572
    2:10 PM3h15
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    5:25 PMLoule
    $291One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM4h50
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    4:15 PMLoule, Terminal Rodoviário
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    12:00 PM3h35
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    3:35 PMLoule, Terminal Rodoviário
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    3:00 PM3h35
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    6:35 PMLoule, Terminal Rodoviário
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1905
    4:30 PM0h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    5:20 PMFaro Airport
    $2661One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP3831 · TP1716
    6:10 AM4h05
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    10:15 AMFaro Airport
    $8121One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to Loule

Travel to Loule 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 Loule.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Loule including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Loule is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

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

A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Loule costing on average $27 (€22).

A bus is $473 (€396) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Loule costing on average $491 (€411).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Loule is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Loule take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

The distance from Lisbon to Loule is approximately 124 miles (201 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Loule is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Loule:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lisboa - Entrecampos and arrive in Loule.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios and arrive in Almancil, Av. 5 de Outubro (Nortel Sul).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Loule, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Loule by train.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Loule by bus.
  • Travel with Icelandair, TAP Portugal, Luxair to go to Loule by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Loule with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct trains per day with Comboios De Portugal.
  • 6 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Loule often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon - Oriente, Porto, Lagos, Portimao, Lisbon - Sete Rios. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Loule and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Loule to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Loule's charm, including its historic market, ancient castle, and vibrant cultural events, spending 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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