The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lisbon to Porto
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
14 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Porto will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Lisbon to Porto you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal13:1514h05Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:20Puebla de Sanabria, N-525 (Meson Sanabria)£251One-way1 change
Normal · Normal13:1514h05Lisboa, Gare Oriente4:20Puebla de Sanabria, N-525 (Meson Sanabria)£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lisbon to Porto
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 428 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lisbon to Porto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Porto coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 13:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 14h05 | 4:20 Puebla de Sanabria, N-525 (Meson Sanabria) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Porto
Buses from Lisbon to Porto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 12:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest coach covers the 428 km distance in 14h 5m.
Distance 428 km |
Average bus duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 5m |
First bus 12:15 |
Last bus 13:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Alsa, Rede Expressos, Carris, FlixBus from Lisbon to PortoYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Porto with Alsa, Rede Expressos, Carris, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Lisbon to Porto
Catching a coach from Lisbon to Porto is an excellent way to reach Portugal's second-largest city. On weekdays and weekends alike, travellers can choose from 38-40 direct services. Buses leave roughly every half an hour throughout the week, and journeys should take around 3 hours 20 minutes in most cases.
Which coach companies travel from Lisbon to Porto?
There are two major operators on the Lisbon to Porto bus route: Renex and Rede Expressos. Renex coaches tend to depart from the Gare do Oriente, while Rede Expressos uses the Gare Rodoviária Sete Rios.
How long is the coach from Lisbon to Porto?
Buses from Lisbon to Porto will take between 3 hours 15 minutes and 4 hours 25 minutes to reach their destination. It's also worth noting that Renex services tend to be slightly faster than those offered by Rede Expressos, so travellers should double check that they have booked the fastest possible journey.
How many coaches are there from Lisbon to Porto?
The route between Lisbon and Porto is one of the busiest in Portugal and passengers can count on finding convenient departure times whenever they need to depart. Every day, there are 38-40 direct buses, with no changes required along the way.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Lisbon to Porto?
Departure coach station: There are two main departure points in Lisbon. Renex buses usually leave from Gare do Oriente, the capital's main railway terminus. The station has a direct Metro connection to central Lisbon and it shouldn't take more than 10-15 minutes to reach buses. Alternatively, Rede Expressos buses tend to leave from the Gare Rodoviária Sete Rios in northern Lisbon. To get there, simply take the Metro to Jardim Zoológico. Journeys from the centre of town should take around 15 minutes.
Arrival coach station: All buses from Lisbon to Porto will arrive at the Campo 24 de Agosto bus station. The bus station is around 1 mile from the city centre but as it has its own Metro station, reaching central hotels and attractions isn't difficult. There's also a cafe, ATM, and basic customer amenities to make arrivals as hassle-free as possible.
FAQs: Lisbon to Porto coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Porto 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 Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lisbon and Porto
- 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
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