How to travel from Rome to Lisbon

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Compare bus and flight for Rome to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $184 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 37m. 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 $184, while a flight costs an average of $470.

Distance: 1156 miles (1862 km)

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$470

Average price

$184

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$703

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6h 37m

Average total duration

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4h 37m

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41h 55m

Average total duration

41h 25m

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26h 42m

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5.6 - 11.2kg

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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 Rome to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $184 (€154).

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

A bus is $287 (€240) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lisbon costing on average $470 (€394).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 37m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 55m.

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

You'll arrive about 22h 5m sooner (4h 37m by flight vs 26h 42m by car) and save roughly $233 (€195) compared to fuel and tolls ($470 (€394) vs $703 (€589)). 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 Rome to Lisbon

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Wizz Air MaltaW46047
    6:20 AM13h40
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    7:00 PMLisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    $1191One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Wizz Air MaltaW46047
    6:20 AM13h40
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    7:00 PMLisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    $1191One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TAP PortugalTP837
    8:00 PM3h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    10:10 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $4431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:00 PM49h00
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    8:00 PMLisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado
    $2391One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:50 PM43h15
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    6:05 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $2471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:50 AM48h55
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    8:45 AMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    $2471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Wizz Air MaltaW46047
    6:20 AM15h05
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    8:25 PMLisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô)
    $1231One-way
    1 transfer
  • Malta AirFR 8196
    6:50 AM3h15
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    9:05 AMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Wizz Air MaltaW46219
    6:20 PM3h15
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    8:35 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    $1451One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon 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 Rome to Lisbon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Lisbon including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of $184 (€154).

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

A bus is $287 (€240) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lisbon costing on average $470 (€394).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 37m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 55m.

The distance from Rome to Lisbon is approximately 1156 miles (1862 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Lisbon is:
  • Around 65 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and Lisbon 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 Rome to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lisbon by bus.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, TAP Portugal, Vueling, Iberia, Air Europa, ITA, Avion Express Malta, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Air Algerie, Tunis Air, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Luxair, Smartwings, Bulgaria Air, Royal Air Maroc, Turkish Airlines to go to Lisbon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Lisbon:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, TAP Portugal, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Lisbon often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lisbon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lisbon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lisbon, you can ride Tram 28 to explore the historic neighborhoods, discover Alfama with its narrow streets and traditional Fado music, and stroll through LX Factory, a trendy area with shops and art spaces. Visit the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum for a diverse art collection and enjoy a sunset at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte for breathtaking views. Key sights include Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle, Oceanário de Lisboa, and Lisbon Cathedral.
To explore Lisbon's main attractions and get a feel for the city's vibrant culture, spending 3 to 4 days is generally recommended.
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