There are 5 ways to get from Zagreb to Lisbon 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.
Train, bus
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Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljana
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Take the train from Ljubljana to Trieste Centrale
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Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Torino Porta Susa
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Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Lyon Perrache
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Take the bus from Lyon to Valença
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Take the train from Valenca to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
Bus via Nice Airport (NCE)
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Take the bus from Zagreb to Nice Airport
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Take the bus from Nice Airport to Lisbon Sete Rios
Drive
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Drive from Zagreb to Lisbon
Zagreb to Lisbon by bus and train
The journey time between Zagreb and Lisbon is around 43h 48m and covers a distance of around 3109 km. This includes an average layover time of around 11 min. Operated by Union Ivkoni and Comboios De Portugal, the Zagreb to Lisbon service departs from Zagreb Central Bus Station and arrives in Lisboa - Santa Apolonia. Typically nine services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Portugal from Croatia
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Croatia
Conditions of entry into Portugal from Croatia
- 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
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
- Specific entry restrictions may apply for travel to Portugal: Azores, Madeira
Rules to follow in Portugal
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Mandatory
Considerations leaving from Croatia
The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Portugal from Croatia.
Explore options for future travelDomestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Lisbon is 808 24 24 24.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Lisbon is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Lisbon 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.
No, returning to Croatia from Portugal is currently allowed.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 27 Jun 2022
Exceptions may apply, for full details: European Union.
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This information is compiled from official sources. To the best of our knowledge, it is correct as of the last update.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to bus which costs 700 kn - 1.000 kn and takes 43h 48m.
The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to fly which costs 700 kn - 1.800 kn and takes 4h 19m.
The distance between Zagreb and Lisbon is 2201 km. The road distance is 2750.1 km.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon without a car is to bus which takes 43h 48m and costs 700 kn - 1.000 kn.
It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Zagreb to Lisbon, including transfers.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs 700 kn - 1.800 kn. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 700 kn - 1.000 kn and takes 43h 48m.
The quickest flight from Zagreb Airport to Lisbon Airport is the direct flight which takes 3h 40m.
Lisbon is 1h behind Zagreb. It is currently 12:37 PM in Zagreb and 11:37 AM in Lisbon.
Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Lisbon is 2750 km. It takes approximately 25h 38m to drive from Zagreb to Lisbon.
Croatia Airlines, TAP Portugal, Lufthansa and three other airlines offer flights from Zagreb Airport to Lisbon Airport.
- Distance: 2200.6 km
- Duration: 4h 19m
What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Lisbon, Portugal?
TAP Portugal, Iberia and eight other airlines fly from Zagreb to Lisbon hourly. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Zagreb Central Bus Station to Lisbon Oriente once daily. Tickets cost €90 - €130 and the journey takes 43h 30m.
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 30m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €280
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via London Stansted
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 35m
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €280
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Memmingen
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 50m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €280
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Beauvais
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 55m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €280
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €160 - €550
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €180 - €600
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €470
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €180 - €600
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 40m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €550
- Phone
- +385 1 3782 583
- informacije@hzpp.hr
- Website
- hzpp.hr
Train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Ljubljana
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 12m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
- Book at
- Croatia Rail Pass
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Ljubljana to Trieste Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
- Phone
- +386 129 13 332
- potnik.info@slo-zeleznice.si
- Website
- potniski.sz.si
Train from Ljubljana to Trieste Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 41m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €16
- Website
- Slovenian Railways (SŽ)
- Intercity 2nd Class Ticket
- €9 - €11
- Regional Train Ticket
- €7 - €10
- Intercity 1st Class Ticket
- €13 - €16
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Trieste Centrale to Torino Porta Susa
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 46m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €120
- Website
- Trenitalia Frecce
- Super Economy
- €35 - €55
- Base Standard
- €65 - €95
- Base Premium
- €80 - €120
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Torino Porta Susa to Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 31m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €20 - €40
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €37 - €40
Frequently asked questions
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 Valenca to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 10m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €30 - €50
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Zagreb Central Bus Station to Lisbon Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 43h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €90 - €130
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
- Phone
- (+351) 253 267 730
- Website
- iberocoach.com
Bus from Lyon to Valença
- Ave. Duration
- 22h
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €80 - €120
- Website
- iberocoach.com
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 Zagreb to Nice Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 15h 35m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €45 - €60
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Nice Airport to Lisbon Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 32h 5m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €85 - €110
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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