There are 5 ways to get from Lisbon to Barcelona by plane, train, bus or car
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Recommended option
Fly • 4h 29m
4 alternative options
Train • 14h 33m
Bus • 20h 36m
Bus via Navalvillar de Pela • 23h 50m
Drive • 11h 47m
Lisbon to Barcelona by train
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International entry into Spain from Portugal
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Portugal
Conditions of entry into Spain from Portugal
- Specific entry restrictions may apply for travel to Spain: Canary Islands
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- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 24 hours prior to arrival
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Spain is currently allowed from Portugal.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- 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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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona is to bus which costs €55 - €80 and takes 20h 36m.
The fastest way to get from Lisbon to Barcelona is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs €35 - €160.
No, there is no direct bus from Lisbon to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Estação Sta. Apolónia and arriving at Barcelona via Lisbon Oriente and Zaragoza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 36m.
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 Entroncamento, Badajoz and Madrid-Puerta De Atocha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 33m.
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 which takes 14h 33m and costs €100 - €190.
It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Lisbon to Barcelona, including transfers.
Lisbon to Barcelona bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Lisbon Oriente 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 29m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €190 and takes 14h 33m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €80 and takes 20h 36m.
- Distance: 1006.2 km
- Duration: 4h 29m
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Barcelona, Spain?
Ryanair, TAP Portugal and three other airlines fly from Lisbon to Barcelona hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lisbon to Barcelona via Entroncamento, Badajoz, Madrid-Atocha Cercanias, and Madrid-Puerta De Atocha in around 14h 33m.
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €300
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €300
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €350
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €240
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Lisbon to Barcelona via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €90 - €320
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
- +351 808 109 110
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 34m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €7 - €11
Train from Entroncamento to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €12 - €18
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
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Badajoz to Madrid-Atocha Cercanias
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 9m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- 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
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Lisbon Oriente to Zaragoza Delicias Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 31m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €28 - €40
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
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
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Zaragoza to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €25 - €35
- Website
- alsa.com
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
- +351 21 75 24 524
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisbon Oriente to Mérida
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €17
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
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 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lisbon to Merida
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 0935 22 460
- Website
- interbus.it
Bus from Mérida to Navalvillar de Pela
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €17
- Schedules at
- interbus.es
- Phone
- 93 223 51 39
- info@cersabus.es
- Website
- cersabus.es
Bus from Navalvillar Pela to Barcelona Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Website
- Autocares Cersa, S.A
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Lisbon Airport to Barcelona Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 45m.
Lisbon to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona station.
Barcelona is 1h ahead of Lisbon. It is currently 5:40 PM in Lisbon and 6:40 PM 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.
Ryanair, Iberia, Air Europa and two other airlines offer flights from Lisbon Airport to Barcelona Airport.
There are 1083+ hotels available in Barcelona. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is to bus which takes 13 min and costs €3.