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01/16/2026
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Lisbon to Madrid by bus

The journey from Lisbon to Madrid by bus is 312.95 mi and takes 8 hr 27 min. There are 61 connections per day, with the first departure at 7:00 AM and the last at 10:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Lisbon to Madrid by bus for as little as $11.73 or as much as $133.31. The best price for this journey is $11.73.

Lowest Price $11.73
Journey Duration 8 hr 27 min
Connection per Day 61
Lowest Price $11.73
Highest Price $133.31
First Departure 7:00 AM
Last Departure 10:30 PM
Distance 312.95 mi
Departure Lisbon
Arrival Madrid
Carriers BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa, FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $15.48 to $36.41 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 57% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Lisbon to Madrid

The cheapest Lisbon - Madrid bus tickets can be found for as low as $14.65 if you’re lucky, or $20.01 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $31.33.

Find the best day to travel to Madrid by bus

When travelling to Madrid by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, Alsa and Gipsyy from Lisbon to Madrid
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Lisbon to Madrid CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
35.25kg
Bus
37.77kg
Flight
100.73kg
Car
80.58kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid?
A bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid is $25.31. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $11.73.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Lisbon to Madrid is $11.73. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Lisbon and Madrid by bus?
Lisbon to Madrid is 312.95 mi.
How long does the bus between Lisbon and Madrid take?
Lisbon to Madrid is on average 8 hr 27 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hr 15 min.
Which companies operate from Lisbon to Madrid?
The bus journey from Lisbon to Madrid is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa, FlixBus, Alsa, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus and Rede Expressos.
How many bus connections per day go from Lisbon to Madrid?
Lisbon to Madrid has 61 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Lisbon to Madrid leave?
The earliest bus from Lisbon to Madrid departs at 7:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Lisbon to Madrid depart?
The latest bus from Lisbon to Madrid departs at 10:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Lisbon to Madrid in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $11.73 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Lisbon to Madrid?
There are on average 57 direct connection(s) from Lisbon to go to Madrid.
What's the fastest journey time between Lisbon to Madrid by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Lisbon and Madrid is 7 hr 15 min.
Is there a direct bus from Lisbon to Madrid?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Lisbon and Madrid.
What are the CO2 emissions for Lisbon to Madrid by bus?
The bus journey from Lisbon to Madrid creates 37.77kg of CO2 emissions.

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