Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Lisbon to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $88.
Distance: 985 miles (1586 km)
Compare flight with
Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|
$141 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price |
6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 27m Average total duration 33h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
4.8 - 9.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Travel optionsfrom Lisbon to London
How to get from Lisbon to London by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Lisbon to London is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FR 10818:55 PM2h45Humberto Delgado Airport11:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1191One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
FR 10818:55 PM2h45Humberto Delgado Airport11:40 PMLondon Stansted Airport$1191One-way0 transfers
Fastest
U285126:40 AM2h40Humberto Delgado Airport9:20 AMLondon Gatwick Airport$1351One-way0 transfers
Other options
FlixBus · FlixBus11:40 AM34h10Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado9:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$2211One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:15 PM33h35Lisboa, Gare Oriente9:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$2221One-way1 transfer
3172 · 11535:00 PM38h10Lisboa, Gare Oriente7:10 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station$2001One-way1 transfer
FR 18835:55 AM2h45Humberto Delgado Airport8:40 AMLondon Stansted Airport$1191One-way0 transfers
U285188:50 PM2h50Humberto Delgado Airport11:40 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1351One-way0 transfers
U224646:55 PM2h40Humberto Delgado Airport9:35 PMLondon Luton Airport$1461One-way0 transfers
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Apr 01
Apr 02
Apr 03
Apr 04
Apr 05
Apr 06
Apr 07
Apr 08
Apr 09
Apr 10
Apr 11
Apr 12
Apr 13
Apr 14
Apr 15
Apr 16
Apr 17
Apr 18
Apr 19
Apr 20
Apr 21
How to Travel from Lisbon to London
The journey from Lisbon to London is popular with travelers for both business and leisure. The trip between these two busy capital cities is convenient whether you choose to travel by bus, train or plane. Depending on the mode of transit and time of departure, journey times vary substantially. Key departure points in Lisbon include Gare Rodoviaria Sete Rios and the airport. Bus and plane journeys from Lisbon to London are available 7 days a week.
Lisbon to London Travel Comparison
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
|
|---|---|---|---|
|
€147 |
36:30 h |
2 Months Ahead |
|
€167 |
2:05 h |
2 Weeks Ahead |
What is the best way to travel from Lisbon to London?
Cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to London
![]()
Flying is the cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to London, and booking in advance helps offset the cost of plane tickets. Taking the bus from Lisbon to London, although possible, is a long 36-hour journey. The trip does not involve any changes and can be a good way to see the surronding landscape of the almost 1000 mile ride. The bus route is mainly provided by ALSA and makes the journey 4 times a day.
Fastest way to travel from Lisbon to London
![]()
Flying is the fastest way to travel from Lisbon to London. Vueling, KLM, Iberia, Austrian, Air France and Alitalia all offer one-stop flights, which make stops in a variety of connecting cities including Amsterdam and Paris, in order to break down the length of each flight. All of these airlines offer a large selection of flights that depart daily, sometimes less than an hour apart, that take anywhere from 6 to 12 hours to arrive in London. However, for those who prefer a direct flight, a journey with TapPortugal will take no more than 3 hours, with around 8 flights each day departing at 2-hour intervals.
Most popular way to travel from Lisbon to London

Situated around 984 miles apart, taking the plane is the most popular option for traveling from Lisbon to London. Regular flights depart from Lisbon and arrive at Gatwick and Heathrow airport within 3 hours, depending on whether the flight is direct. Flying is especially convient for travelers landing in Gatwick and Heathrow, because both are easily to reach the city center from. The Heathrow express train departs from Paddington and arrives at Heathrow, whereas the Gatwick express train departs from Victoria in central London and arrives at Gatwick. Both trains offer continuous departures throughout the day.
How to get from Lisbon to London
The Best Way According to our Users
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
FAQs: Travel from Lisbon to London
Travel to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lisbon to London.

This is compared to other travel options from Lisbon to London:
A flight is $65 (€53) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lisbon to London costing on average $88 (€72).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 25m.
- Around 147 flights per day.
- Around 6 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon and London as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Praça Marechal Humberto Delgado and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.
- Travel with Ryanair, easyJet, TAP Portugal, British Airways, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, Vueling, Malta Air, KLM, Iberia, Finnair, Air Europa, KLM Cityhopper, GetJet Airlines, Eurowings, Iberia Express, Air France, Lufthansa to go to London by flight.
- Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to London by bus.
- 19 direct flights per day with Ryanair, easyJet, TAP Portugal, British Airways, PGA-Portugalia Airlines, Malta Air.
Travelling from Lisbon to London: related information
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
