- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£8
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h
Buses on 12 Sept
2
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sabugal to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sabugal to Lisbon will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 2 buses from Sabugal to Lisbon, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sabugal to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 252 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sabugal to Lisbon:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sabugal to Lisbon costing on average £18.
Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £44. The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 30m 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.
Direct services are operated by Rede Expressos, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Viuva Monteiro.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Sabugal to Lisbon coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:00 Sabugal | 3h50 | 21:50 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Sabugal | 4h10 | 22:10 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 0 changesdirect | |
34 · 69 | 18:00 Sabugal | 5h20 | 23:20 Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
![]() | 9:15 Sabugal | 4h10 | 13:25 Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:15 Sabugal | 3h50 | 13:05 Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Sabugal to Lisbon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 4:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
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Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
National museum in the former royal coach house, displaying ceremonial carriages and transport pieces from several centuries.
Contemporary art museum in Belém with Portuguese and international works, set in a modern riverside cultural complex.
Historic central square by the river, framed by arcades and grand façades, ideal for architecture, walks, and city atmosphere.
Traditional district of steep lanes, fado heritage, viewpoints, and old houses, rewarding visitors who explore on foot.
Elegant hilltop garden viewpoint with terraces, statues, and broad views over central Lisbon and the castle skyline.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish reflecting Portugal’s long tradition of preserving and cooking bacalhau.
Crisp cod fritters with shredded salt cod, egg and potato. A classic snack or starter found in tascas and family meals across Lisbon.
Rich bread-and-seafood stew with prawns, fish and shellfish, usually finished with coriander. A festive coastal dish popular in Lisbon restaurants.
Contemporary Portuguese fine dining with tasting menus and polished service. A smart choice for a special meal in central Lisbon.
Historic Belém bakery famed for traditional pastéis de nata. Fast-paced, classic setting and one of Lisbon’s essential sweet stops.
Refined restaurant focused on classic Portuguese cooking, including cod and game. Elegant but approachable dining near Chiado.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging and dining are cheaper than Paris or London, while tourist areas cost more. Public transport is good value.
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sabugal to Lisbon 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 Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sabugal to Lisbon buses use the Sabugal to Lisboa, Gare Oriente station pair, with some services arriving at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios. Use this guide to compare Sabugal and Lisbon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sabugal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sabugal. ATMs are available at Sabugal.
Ticket office support is available at Sabugal.
Available at Sabugal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sabugal: Basic accessibility services available.
Lisboa, Gare Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Gare Oriente has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station), Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km), Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the concourse level.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente.
Available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Gare Oriente: Elevators, ramps.
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios is 4 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station), Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km), Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios.
Available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios: Elevators, ramps.
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