How to travel from Lisbon to Rome

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Compare bus and flight for Lisbon to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $182 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.9 - 4.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $182, while a flight costs an average of $448.

Distance: 1156 miles (1862 km)

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$448

Average price

$182

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Cheapest

$700

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6h 23m

Average total duration

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4h 23m

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39h 56m

Average total duration

39h 26m

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24h 45m

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5.6 - 11.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.9 - 4.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Rome is a bus with an average price of $182.

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

A bus is $266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Rome costing on average $448.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 23m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 39h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lisbon and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 20h 22m sooner (4h 23m by flight vs 24h 45m by car) and save roughly $252 compared to fuel and tolls ($448 vs $700). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Lisbon to Rome

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Malta AirFR 9904
    8:20 PM3h00
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    12:20 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Malta AirFR 9904
    8:20 PM3h00
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    12:20 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46220
    9:15 PM2h55
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    1:10 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:30 AM47h05
    Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    5:35 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $2581One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:30 AM47h35
    Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    6:05 AMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    $2611One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:15 PM52h10
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    9:25 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $2701One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+VuelingVY8483 · VY6102
    4:10 AM15h35
    Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    8:45 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2101One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Austrian AirlinesOS492+Air BalticOS557
    4:10 AM15h30
    Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    8:40 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2511One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+VuelingVY8481 · VY6100
    10:20 AM21h00
    Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    8:20 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $2601One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to Rome

Travel to Rome 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 Rome.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lisbon and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Rome is a bus with an average price of $182.

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

A bus is $266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Rome costing on average $448.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 23m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 39h 56m.

The distance from Lisbon to Rome is approximately 1156 miles (1862 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Rome is:
  • Around 62 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and Rome 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 Lisbon to Rome:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Internorte, Alsa to go to Rome by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, TAP Portugal, Vueling, Iberia, Air Europa, ITA, Lufthansa, Smartwings, Swiss, Eurowings, Air Algerie, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Luxair, Bulgaria Air, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines to go to Rome by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Rome:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, TAP Portugal, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.
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