There are 7 ways to get from Zagreb to Lisbon by plane, bus, train, night 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 • 4h 4m
119€ - 390€
Cheapest option
Bus via Lyon • 39h 30m
117€ - 166€
5 alternative options
Bus, train • 37h 24m
165€ - 307€
Bus • 2 days 0h
130€ - 180€
Night train, bus • 2 days 4h
245€ - 320€
Night train, train • 39h 28m
408€ - 576€
Drive • 25h 45m
360€ - 550€
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The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to bus via Lyon which costs 850 kn - 1.300 kn and takes 39h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to fly which costs 900 kn - 3.000 kn and takes 4h 4m.
No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Lisbon. However, there are services departing from Zagreb and arriving at Lisboa Oriente via Lyon, Perrache. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 30m.
No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Lisbon. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia via Graz Hbf, Augsburg Hbf, Gare de l'Est, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 28m.
The distance between Zagreb and Lisbon is 2201 km. The road distance is 2762.3 km.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon without a car is to bus and train which takes 37h 24m and costs 1.200 kn - 2.400 kn.
It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Zagreb to Lisbon, including transfers.
Zagreb to Lisbon bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, depart from Zagreb station.
Zagreb to Lisbon train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Lisbon is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs 900 kn - 3.000 kn. Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs 850 kn - 1.300 kn and takes 39h 30m.
- Distance: 2200.6 km
- Duration: 4h 4m
What companies run services between Zagreb, Croatia and Lisbon, Portugal?
Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa and seven other airlines fly from Zagreb to Lisbon hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zagreb to Lisbon via Lyon, Perrache in around 39h 30m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 190€ - 700€
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 190€ - 700€
- Website
- croatiaairlines.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 160€ - 430€
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 140€ - 490€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 20m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 310€
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Zagreb to Lisbon via Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- 190€ - 600€
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€
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Torino Porta Susa to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 50€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 40€ - 50€
- 1st Class
- 40€ - 50€
Train from Augsburg Hbf to Paris l'Est
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 160€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 110€ - 140€
- 1st Class
- 130€ - 160€
Train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Hendaye
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 42m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 110€ - 160€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 110€ - 140€
- 1st Class
- 130€ - 160€
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 140€ - 190€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Graz Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 55€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Graz Hbf to Augsburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 85€ - 120€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
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
Night train from Hendaye to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 80€
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
- Phone
- +385 1 6113 073
- info@croatiabus.hr
- Website
- croatiabus.getbybus.com
Bus from Zagreb to Trieste
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 28€
- Schedules at
- croatiabus.hr
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Chambery to Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 23h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 110€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
Bus from Zagreb to Lyon, Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 17h
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 70€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
Bus from Lyon, Perrache to Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 100€
- Website
- Eurolines FR
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 Zagreb to Lyon, Lyon Perrache
- Ave. Duration
- 20h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 65€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Zurich to Lisbon, Lisbon Sete Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 36h 35m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 130€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +39 055 967024
- info@florentiabus.it
- Website
- florentiabus.it
Bus from Zagreb to Padova
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 85€
- Schedules at
- florentiabus.it
- Phone
- 0800 1992
- Gradski-bus@autobusi-vincek.com
- Website
- autobusi-vincek.com
Bus from Zagreb to Padova
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 38€ - 43€
- Schedules at
- autobusi-vincek.com
- Phone
- (004) 0269 229.224
- informatii@atlassib.es
- Website
- atlassib.es
Bus from Padova to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 35h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 72€
- Schedules at
- atlassib.es
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 Badajoz to Lisbon - 7 Rios
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 27€
- Website
- alsa.com
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The quickest flight from Zagreb Airport to Lisbon Airport is the direct flight which takes 3h 20m.
Zagreb to Lisbon bus services, operated by Eurolines FR, arrive at Lisboa Oriente station.
Lisbon is 1h behind Zagreb. It is currently 8:07 AM in Zagreb and 7:07 AM in Lisbon.
Zagreb to Lisbon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station.
Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Lisbon is 2762 km. It takes approximately 25h 45m to drive from Zagreb to Lisbon.
TAP Portugal, Brussels Airlines, Air France and three other airlines offer flights from Zagreb Airport to Lisbon Airport.
There are 7603+ hotels available in Lisbon. Prices start at 87€ per night.
The best way to get from Zagreb to Zagreb Airport is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs 220 kn - 270 kn.