How to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. 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 $11, while a flight costs an average of $263.

Distance: 140 miles (226 km)

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$11

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$26

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$263

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$90

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5h 19m

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4h 49m

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4h 58m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António:

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António costing on average $26 (€21).

A bus is $252 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António costing on average $263 (€215).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 49m.

Other travel options to Vila Real de Santo António take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 58m.

Bus takes on average 5h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lisbon and Vila Real de Santo António including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António 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 $11 (€9) compared to roughly $90 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $79 (€65). The journey takes 4h 49m versus 3h 10m 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 Vila Real de Santo António

How to get from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Rede Expressos
    10:30 AM4h25
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    2:55 PMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Rede Expressos
    10:30 AM4h25
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    2:55 PMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TAP PortugalTP1905
    4:30 PM0h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    5:20 PMFaro Airport
    $3901One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalIC 574 · R 5717
    6:40 PM4h27
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    11:07 PMVila Real de Santo António station
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 574 · R 5717
    6:32 PM4h35
    Lisbon - Oriente
    11:07 PMVila Real de Santo António station
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 572 · R 5715
    2:10 PM4h48
    Lisboa - Entrecampos
    6:58 PMVila Real de Santo António station
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Rede Expressos
    3:45 PM4h25
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    8:10 PMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    3:15 PM4h25
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    7:40 PMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    6:30 PM4h25
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    10:55 PMVila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1907
    11:00 PM0h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    11:50 PMFaro Airport
    $4061One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1901
    9:35 AM0h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    10:25 AMFaro Airport
    $5151One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1685 · TP1716
    6:30 AM10h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    5:20 PMFaro Airport
    $6911One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António

Travel to Vila Real de Santo António 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 Vila Real de Santo António.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lisbon and Vila Real de Santo António including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is a bus with an average price of $11 (€9).

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António:

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António costing on average $26 (€21).

A bus is $252 (€206) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António costing on average $263 (€215).

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 49m.

Other travel options to Vila Real de Santo António take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 58m.

Bus takes on average 5h 19m.

The distance from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is approximately 140 miles (226 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António is:
  • Around 27 buses per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive in Vila Real de Santo António station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios and arrive in Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República.
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Faro Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TAP Portugal to go to Vila Real de Santo António by flight.
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Vila Real de Santo António by train.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar to go to Vila Real de Santo António by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
  • 16 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon to Vila Real de Santo António often also extend their vacation to go to Faro, Tavira, Seville, Olhao, Almada. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vila Real de Santo António and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vila Real de Santo António to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Vila Real de Santo António, including its historical sites, beaches, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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