The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lisbon to Vila Real
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Buses per day
54
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lisbon to Vila Real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Vila Real will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 54 buses that leave Lisbon for Vila Real every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 311 km distance in an average of 4 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
FlixBus12:004h45Lisboa, Gare Oriente16:45Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£81One-way0 changes
10:005h05Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios15:05Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£101One-way0 changes
10:004h40Lisboa, Gare Oriente14:40Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£101One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:005h50Lisboa, Gare Oriente20:50Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£111One-way1 change
11:004h45Lisboa, Gare Oriente15:45Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£121One-way0 changes
16:304h15Lisboa, Gare Oriente20:45Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£121One-way0 changes
10:004h40Lisboa, Gare Oriente14:40Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£101One-way0 changes
14:004h40Lisboa, Gare Oriente18:40Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£121One-way0 changes
18:004h40Lisboa, Gare Oriente22:40Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus12:004h45Lisboa, Gare Oriente16:45Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário)£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lisbon to Vila Real
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Vila Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 311 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £46 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lisbon to Vila Real bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Vila Real coaches for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50 · 18 | 13:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h15 | 18:15 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49 · 18 | 13:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 18:15 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h55 | 18:55 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h40 | 18:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 18:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
10+ 52 | 14:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h20 | 19:50 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
53+ 73 | 14:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h00 | 19:30 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
50+ 52 | 15:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h35 | 20:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h50 | 20:50 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
53+ 52 | 15:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h35 | 20:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 15:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h05 | 20:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
46 · 23 | 16:00 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 6h40 | 22:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h05 | 21:05 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h00 | 21:00 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 20:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h45 | 21:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h15 | 20:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
50+ 52 | 17:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h50 | 22:50 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 17:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h20 | 22:50 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 22:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h45 | 22:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h40 | 22:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 April | |||||
50+ 52 | 1:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 7h35 | 8:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
50+ 52 | 1:15 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h20 | 8:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
11+ 52 | 2:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 6h20 | 8:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
68+ 52 | 5:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h20 | 10:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 5:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h05 | 10:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49 · 13 | 5:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h05 | 10:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 5:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h50 | 10:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:15 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h55 | 11:10 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h50 | 13:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h00 | 13:00 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 12:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
49+ 52 | 8:10 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 5h25 | 13:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 8:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h05 | 13:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h55 | 13:55 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
8 · 23 | 9:15 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 5h25 | 14:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
10 · 23 | 9:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h10 | 14:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49 · 23 | 9:45 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 4h55 | 14:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h05 | 15:05 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h40 | 14:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
2+ 23 | 10:15 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 6h15 | 16:30 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h10 | 15:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
53+ 50 | 10:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h10 | 15:40 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 6h00 | 16:30 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 15:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
49+ 73 | 11:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h15 | 16:15 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 11:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 5h05 | 16:35 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
34 · 78 | 11:40 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h25 | 19:05 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 11:40 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 5h40 | 17:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
50 · 52 | 12:00 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h20 | 17:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h45 | 16:45 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 0 changesdirect | |
50+ 52 | 12:30 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 5h20 | 17:50 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
49+ 52 | 12:30 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 4h50 | 17:20 Vila Real, Rua Doutor António Valente (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Vila Real
Buses from Lisbon to Vila Real run on average 37 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 311 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 311 km |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Rodonotre, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lisbon to Vila RealYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Vila Real with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Rodonotre, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lisbon to Vila Real coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon to Vila Real 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 Vila Real, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Citi Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- 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.
- Citi Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Citi Express
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Citi Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Citi Express
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lisbon and Vila Real
- 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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