How to get from Lisbon to Lagos

How to Get

Jul 8

About traveling from Lisbon to Lagos

Both Lagos and Lisbon are vibrant and historically significant cities in Portugal. Captivating cultural traditions and impressive landmarks mean both cities have plenty to offer travelers on both short and long visits, and you can expect to remember your time in either. Between Lagos and Lisbon are some exceptional sights, including the magnificent Ponta de Piedade, the Medieval Silves Castle, the salty fortress Alcacer do Sal, the charming town of Palmela, the artistic Bacalhoa Winery, and the gigantic statue of Christ the King. However, the only way to experience these is to book a private car transfer with Daytrip.

How to get from Lisbon to Lagos

If you’re travelling from Lisbon and Lagos, you have several travel options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Lisbon and Lagos. The fastest way to travel from Lisbon and Lagos is by train or car, though a car is of course the best way to travel from Lisbon and Lagos since it’s so convenient. It’s also possible to take a flight from Lisbon and Lagos, though with airport waiting times plus extra travel time from the Faro airport to Lagos, flying is among the slowest options.

Lisbon to Lagos by train

To travel from Lisbon and Lagos by train, you need to get to the Lisboa Oriente Station and purchase a ticket to Lagos or you can buy your tickets in advance online. There is no direct train from Lisbon to Lagos; there will always be a connection in the town of Tunes. The earliest train is at 8:23 AM, and the last train is at 5:23 PM, with trains departing every 2 to 3 hours. The train from Lisbon to Lagos is operated by Comboios de Portugal, with train tickets from Lisbon and Lagos costing €30 for 2nd class and €44 for first class for the 3h 45 min to 5 hour trip. The distance from Lagos to Lisbon is about 301 kilometers.Trains have bathrooms on board, and usually offer a dining car.

Lisbon to Lagos by bus

To travel from Lisbon to Lagos n by bus, travelers can catch the bus from either Lisboa Oriente or Gare Rodoviaria Sete Rios, and get off at Terminal Rodoviario in Lagos, depending which bus company you book with. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to purchase them in advance. The earliest bus is at 1:00 AM, and the last bus is at 9:30 PM. There are about 2 busses leaving every hour after 8 AM. The bus from Lisbon to Lagos is run by Rede expressos, EVA Mundial Turismo, RENEX, with bus tickets from Lagos to Lisbon costing between €19-€21 for the 4-5 hour trip. The distance from Lisbon to Lagos is about 300 kilometers.All options offer direct service from Lagos to Lisbon.

Lisbon to Lagos by flight

To travel by plane, you need to get to Lisbon Airport (LIS). As usual with flights, you’ll want to buy your tickets in advance. For travelling such a short distance, only direct flights make sense. The plane tickets cost around €68 - €73 for the 45 minute flight from Lisbon to Faro, but you’ll need to travel from Faro Airport to Lagos afterwards (about 1 hour drive). It’s recommended to arrive at the airport 2 hours before the flight, so with the extra hour of driving to Lagos, flying is one of the slowest options. There are also only 2 flights per day, so the departure times are limited.

Lisbon To Lagos Private Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Lisbon to Lagos. You will be picked up at your accommodation, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Lagos, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!