How to travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. 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 €10, while a flight costs an average of €185.

Distance: 140 miles (226 km)

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€10

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€22

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€185

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€75

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4h 42m

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4h 12m

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4h 59m

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4h 29m

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3h 17m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.7 - 1.4kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of €10.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon costing on average €22.

A bus is €175 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon costing on average €185.

The fastest way to travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 42m.

Train takes on average 4h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vila Real de Santo António and Lisbon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon 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 €10 compared to roughly €75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €65. The journey takes 4h 12m versus 3h 17m 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 Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM4h20
    Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    12:50 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM4h20
    Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    12:50 PMLisboa, Gare Oriente
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TAP PortugalTP1906
    6:10 PM0h55
    Faro Airport
    7:05 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    2391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Comboios De PortugalR 5712 · IC 674
    4:34 PM5h13
    Vila Real de Santo António station
    9:47 PMLisboa - Entrecampos
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalIC 672 · R 5708
    12:34 PM5h13
    Vila Real de Santo António station
    5:47 PMLisboa - Entrecampos
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Comboios De PortugalR 5708 · IC 672
    12:34 PM5h22
    Vila Real de Santo António station
    5:56 PMLisbon - Oriente
    271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Rede Expressos
    5:00 AM4h30
    Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    9:30 AMLisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    5:00 PM4h45
    Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    9:45 PMLisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • Rede Expressos
    9:30 AM4h45
    Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República
    2:15 PMLisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    111One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1908
    6:05 AM0h55
    Faro Airport
    7:00 AMHumberto Delgado Airport
    3201One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP1902
    11:15 AM0h55
    Faro Airport
    12:10 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    4231One-way
    0 transfers
  • TAP PortugalTP6677 · TP555
    2:05 PM8h20
    Faro Airport
    10:25 PMHumberto Delgado Airport
    5791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vila Real de Santo António 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 Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Vila Real de Santo António and Lisbon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is a bus with an average price of €10.

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

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon costing on average €22.

A bus is €175 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon costing on average €185.

The fastest way to travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 42m.

Train takes on average 4h 59m.

The distance from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is approximately 140 miles (226 km).
The average frequency per day from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon is:
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vila Real de Santo António and Lisbon 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 Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Faro Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vila Real de Santo António station and arrive in Lisbon - Oriente.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vila Real de Santo António, Avenida da República and arrive in Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TAP Portugal to go to Lisbon by flight.
  • Travel with Comboios De Portugal to go to Lisbon by train.
  • Travel with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, VAMUS - Transportes do Algarve to go to Lisbon by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with TAP Portugal.
  • 16 direct buses per day with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Vila Real de Santo António to Lisbon often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Madrid, Paris, Sintra, Barcelona. 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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