How to get to Lisbon from Bristol

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Compare coach and flight for Bristol to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £148 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £148, while a flight costs an average of £342.

Distance: 1505 km

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£342

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38h 42m

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23h 52m

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Compare ways to travel from Bristol to Lisbon

Compare the available ways to get from Bristol to Lisbon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Lisbon is a coach with an average price of £148.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Lisbon:

A coach is £195 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Lisbon costing on average £342.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Coach takes on average 38h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Lisbon including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 19h 28m sooner (4h 24m by flight vs 23h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £342 compared to roughly £110 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bristol to Lisbon

How to get to Lisbon from Bristol by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bristol to Lisbon is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Lisbon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lisbon are Sintra, Cacilhas, Cascais, Barreiro and Setúbal. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lisbon on Omio.

A view of Sintra

Day trip from Lisbon to Sintra by train

Why visit Sintra for the day?

Sintra is a historic hill town known for its Romanticist palaces, wooded setting and cool, misty air. Palácio da Pena and the old centre give it a distinctive storybook character shaped by royalty and grand estates.

A view of Cascais

Day trip from Lisbon to Cascais by train

Why visit Cascais for the day?

Cascais is a stylish Atlantic seaside town known for its beaches, marina and historic centre. Once a fishing port and royal summer retreat, it feels refined yet relaxed, with ocean walks and easy access to Boca do Inferno.

A view of Setúbal

Day trip from Lisbon to Setúbal by train

Why visit Setúbal for the day?

Setúbal is a port city on the Sado estuary known for seafood, especially choco frito, and the nearby Arrábida coast. It feels practical and maritime, with busy markets, a lived-in waterfront and close links to nature.

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FAQs: Bristol to Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Lisbon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Lisbon including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Lisbon is a coach with an average price of £148.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Lisbon:

A coach is £195 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bristol to Lisbon costing on average £342.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Lisbon is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 24m.

Other travel options to Lisbon take longer:

Coach takes on average 38h 42m.

The Bristol to Lisbon distance is approximately 1505 km.
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Lisbon is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Lisbon as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Lisbon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bristol Airport and arrive in Humberto Delgado Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) and arrive in Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Lisbon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, TAP Portugal, Ryanair, easyJet, Swiss, Lufthansa, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane to go to Lisbon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lisbon by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bristol to Lisbon:
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Lisbon often also extend their vacation to go to Porto, Madrid, Paris, Barcelona, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lisbon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bristol to Lisbon, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Lisbon, you can ride Tram 28 through historic neighbourhoods, discover the narrow streets and traditional Fado music of Alfama, stroll through the trendy LX Factory, and visit the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum for a diverse art collection. Enjoy a sunset at Miradouro da Senhora do Monte. Notable sights include Belém Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, São Jorge Castle, Oceanário de Lisboa, and Lisbon Cathedral.
A stay of three to four days in Lisbon is generally recommended to explore the city's main attractions, enjoy its vibrant neighbourhoods, and experience its rich cultural heritage.

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