There are 5 ways to get from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) by plane, bus, train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly • 45 min
50€ - 220€
Cheapest option
Bus • 4h 25m
17€ - 25€
3 alternative options
Train • 4h 53m
24€ - 39€
Bus via Jardim Zoológico • 5h 8m
17€ - 50€
Drive • 2h 36m
30€ - 50€
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Nationwide control measures in place
- Inter-regional travel is permitted
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Lisbon Airport (LIS) is 808 24 24 24.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Lisbon Airport (LIS) is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Lisbon Airport (LIS) is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 808 24 24 24.
Last updated: 20 Apr 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) is to bus which costs 17€ - 26€ and takes 4h 25m.
The fastest way to get from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) is to fly which takes 45 min and costs 50€ - 220€.
The distance between Faro Airport (FAO) and Lisbon Airport (LIS) is 219 km. The road distance is 276.1 km.
The best way to get from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs 17€ - 26€.
It takes approximately 45 min to fly from Faro (FAO) to Lisbon (LIS), including transfers and time at the airport.
The best way to get from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) is to fly which takes 45 min and costs 50€ - 220€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 17€ - 26€ and takes 4h 25m, you could also train, which costs 24€ - 40€ and takes 4h 53m.
The quickest flight from Faro Airport to Lisbon Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Yes, the driving distance between Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) is 276 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS).
TAP Portugal offers flights from Faro Airport to Lisbon Airport.
There are 11010+ hotels available in Lisbon Airport (LIS). Prices start at 75€ per night.
- Distance: 219.5 km
- Duration: 45 min
What companies run services between Faro Airport (FAO), Portugal and Lisbon Airport (LIS), Portugal?
TAP Portugal flies from Faro Airport (FAO) to Lisbon Airport (LIS) twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Faro to Lisbon twice a week. Tickets cost 16€ - 20€ and the journey takes 4h 15m.
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Faro to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 250€
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 707 210 220
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Faro to Lisboa - Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 41m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 21€ - 30€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 21€ - 30€
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Faro to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 20€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 707 22 33 44
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 17€
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Faro to Lisbon Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 35€
- Website
- alsa.com
- Phone
- +351 707 223 344
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Faro to Lisboa Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 14€ - 20€
- Website
- RenEX
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