There are 6 ways to get from Lisbon to Barcelona by plane, train, night train, bus 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 • 4h 33m
35€ - 118€
5 alternative options
Train, night train • 13h 17m
122€ - 206€
Night train, train • 16h 18m
95€ - 130€
Bus • 19h
Train, bus • 20h 1m
110€ - 165€
Drive • 11h 47m
140€ - 220€
Lisbon to Barcelona by bus
The bus journey time between Lisbon and Barcelona is around 31h and covers a distance of around 1316 km. The fastest bus normally takes 31h. Operated by Rede Expressos and Llorente Bus, Sl, the Lisbon to Barcelona bus service departs from Lisbon Sete Rios and arrives in Barcelona Nord. Typically seven buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Lisbon to Barcelona bus schedules
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International entry into Spain from Portugal
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Portugal
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside EU Schengen Area with the above exceptions. Brazil and South Africa are also restricted
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Conditions of entry into Spain from Portugal
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Pre-arrival Health Control Form (FCS) required
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Pre-arrival Health Control Form (FCS) required
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 7
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Considerations leaving from Portugal
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Spain from Portugal.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
- Nationwide control measures in place
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Barcelona is 112.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Barcelona is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Barcelona is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 112.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Portugal from Spain.
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Last updated: 11 May 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona is to fly which costs 35€ - 120€ and takes 4h 33m.
The fastest way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs 35€ - 120€.
No, there is no direct bus from Lisbon to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Lisbon Sete Rios and arriving at Barcelona Nord via Badajoz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.
No, there is no direct train from Lisbon to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Coimbra, Salamanca, Chamartin and Madrid-Puerta De Atocha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.
The distance between Lisbon and Barcelona is 1006 km. The road distance is 1246.9 km.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona without a car is to train and night train which takes 13h 17m and costs 120€ - 210€.
It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Lisbon to Barcelona, including transfers.
Lisbon to Barcelona bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Lisbon Sete Rios station.
Lisbon to Barcelona train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, depart from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs 35€ - 120€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h.
- Distance: 1006.2 km
- Duration: 4h 33m
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Barcelona, Spain?
TAP Portugal, Vueling Airlines and two other airlines fly from Lisbon to Barcelona every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lisbon to Barcelona via Badajoz in around 19h.
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 140€
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 140€
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Tuesday
- Estimated price
- 27€ - 140€
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 290€
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 190€
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 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Coimbra-B
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 39m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 22€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 15€ - 22€
Night train from Coimbra to Salamanca
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 23m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 35€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 24€ - 35€
Night train from Santa Apolónia to Salamanca
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 55€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 40€ - 55€
Train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Porto - Campanha
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 58m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 24€ - 35€
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- 24€ - 35€
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Salamanca to Madrid-Chamartin
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 17€ - 22€
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Salamanca to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 47m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 55€ - 75€
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 120€
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- 60€ - 80€
- Promo+
- 68€ - 73€
- Flexible
- 90€ - 120€
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 Lisbon Sete Rios to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 12€ - 35€
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
- Phone
- 93 265 61 32
- Website
- barcelonanord.cat
Bus from Badajoz to Barcelona Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Schedules at
- Llorente Bus, Sl
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 Oporto to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 15h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 130€
- Website
- alsa.com
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The quickest flight from Lisbon Airport to Barcelona Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 50m.
Lisbon to Barcelona bus services, operated by Llorente Bus, Sl, arrive at Barcelona Nord station.
Barcelona is 1h ahead of Lisbon. It is currently 9:25 AM in Lisbon and 10:25 AM in Barcelona.
Lisbon to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Barcelona is 1247 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Lisbon to Barcelona.
Iberia, Air Europa, TAP Portugal and Vueling Airlines offer flights from Lisbon Airport to Barcelona Airport.
There are 6904+ hotels available in Barcelona. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is to subway which takes 17 min and costs 1€ - 6€.