Depart: Multiple times daily (e.g., early morning to late evening)Arrive: Varies by departure
TAP Portugal offers direct flights connecting Lisbon and Madrid.
Flights depart from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and arrive at Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). Prices can fluctuate based on booking in advance and demand.
Iberia
EUR 30-1101h 15m - 1h 25m
Depart: Multiple times dailyArrive: Varies by departure
Iberia provides direct flight services between Lisbon and Madrid.
Connects Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) with Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). Consider booking in advance for potentially better fares.
Air Europa
EUR 24-1501h 10m - 1h 25m
Depart: Several daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Air Europa operates direct flights on the Lisbon to Madrid route.
Flights utilize Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). Duration can be as short as 1 hour 10 minutes.
easyJet
EUR 11-1601h 20m - 1h 40m
Depart: Multiple daily flightsArrive: Varies by departure
easyJet offers budget-friendly direct flights between Lisbon and Madrid.
A low-cost option, typically departing from Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and arriving at Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). Prices are often lower when booked well in advance.
Ryanair
EUR 25-1701h 20m - 1h 25m
Depart: Multiple daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
Ryanair is a low-cost carrier with direct flights from Lisbon to Madrid.
Operates out of Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD). Fares can be very competitive, especially for one-way tickets.
Vueling
EUR 40-180Approximately 1h 20m - 1h 30m
Depart: Several daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Vueling offers direct flights connecting Lisbon to Madrid.
A Spanish low-cost airline, Vueling operates flights between Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) and Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez Airport (MAD).
Train via
Comboios de Portugal (CP) / Renfe
EUR 24-12010h 37m - 19h 52m (with transfers)
Depart: Limited daily departures (e.g., 1-2 services per day)Arrive: Varies significantly due to transfers
There are no direct train services between Lisbon and Madrid. Journeys involve transfers, typically with Comboios de Portugal in Portugal and Renfe in Spain.
The journey usually requires multiple changes, for instance at Entroncamento and Badajoz. Major stations include Lisboa Oriente and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Booking in advance is recommended for better prices.
Bus via
ALSA
EUR 10-707h 30m - 8h 30m
Depart: Multiple daily departures (e.g., up to 27 times per day)Arrive: Varies by departure
ALSA operates extensive bus services connecting Lisbon and Madrid.
Services typically depart from Lisbon's Gare Oriente or Sete Rios and arrive at Madrid's Estación Sur de Autobuses. This is often cited as a cost-effective travel option.
FlixBus
EUR 15-657h 30m - 8h 30m
Depart: Several daily services (e.g., 4-5 rides each day)Arrive: Varies by departure
FlixBus provides numerous intercity bus connections between Lisbon and Madrid.
FlixBus offers amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and restrooms. Buses typically depart from Lisbon Oriente and arrive at Madrid (South Bus Station).
Rede Expressos
EUR 15-507h 30m - 9h 0m
Depart: Multiple daily departuresArrive: Varies by departure
Rede Expressos is a major Portuguese bus company offering routes to Madrid.
Known for punctuality and clean buses. Services usually depart from Lisbon Sete Rios or Gare Oriente.
BlaBlaCar Bus
EUR 14-507h 15m - 7h 45m
Depart: Several daily servicesArrive: Varies by departure
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly Ouibus) offers intercity bus travel between Lisbon and Madrid.
BlaBlaCar Bus services usually depart from Lisbon - Oriente and arrive at Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Driving offers flexibility for travel between Lisbon and Madrid, allowing for stops along the way.
The driving distance is approximately 500-600 km. Major roads in both Portugal and Spain are toll roads. Portugal uses electronic tolls, requiring prior registration for foreign vehicles. Be aware of potential environmental restricted driving zones in Madrid's city center. Fuel costs are estimates and depend on vehicle efficiency and current fuel prices.
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