The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lisbon to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
1 d 20 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 22 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1966 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Edinburgh will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £126.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lisbon for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1966 km distance in an average of 1 d 22 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 20 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Lisbon to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.0 - 4.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £95, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 1966 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£178 Average Price Cheapest | £202 Average Price |
42h 34m Average total duration 42h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
2.0 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.9 - 11.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lisbon to Edinburgh bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Edinburgh coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 46h45 | 21:35 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 48h24 | 23:14 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 3 December | |||||
![]() | 10:30 Lisbon | 44h45 | 07:15 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:40 Lisbon | 47h14 | 09:54 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Lisbon | 44h10 | 07:15 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Lisbon | 53h43 | 20:43 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:50 Lisbon | 46h45 | 20:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Edinburgh
Buses from Lisbon to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 42h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £95 but you can travel from only £73 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1966 km distance in 42h 45m.
Distance 1966 km |
Average bus duration 42h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £95 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 42h 45m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lisbon to EdinburghYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Edinburgh with FlixBus for as low as £73. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lisbon to Edinburgh coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Edinburgh by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lisbon and Edinburgh
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station)
- Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 705, 725, 744, 759, 782 Metro: Red Train: Regional, Intercity, Alfa Pendular
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station)
- Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km)
- Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 726, 731, 746, 755, 758 Metro: Blue Train: Sintra
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Sandwich Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 11, 12, 16, 22, 25, 26, 44 Trams: T50 Trains: Edinburgh Waverley Station
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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