How to travel from Lisbon to Rome, Italy
The distance between Lisbon and Rome is around 1,879km (1,167 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 30m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Lisbon to Rome by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Rome → Lisbon if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Rome Ciampino (CIA)
Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Rome Ciampino (CIA).
- Duration3h 30m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical cost€120($120)
3 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Madrid and then to Roma.
- Duration2 days 14h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€340($340)
Train and Bus
Take the train to Fundao then take the bus to Bayonne Quai de Lesseps then take the train to Massy Tgv, Modane then Milano Centrale and then to Roma Termini.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€665($665)
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2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lisbon and Rome
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lisbon to Rome by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €120 ($120) and will take around 3h 30m.
The distance between Lisbon and Rome is around 1,879km (1,167 miles).
It takes around 3h 50m to get from Lisbon and Rome by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Lisbon to Rome is to fly which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx €120 ($120).
The cheapest way to travel between Lisbon and Rome, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around €120 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lisbon and Rome. We recommend that you fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Rome Ciampino (CIA). instead which will take 3h 30m.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Lisbon and Rome. It typically takes around 2 days 14h and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Lisbon to Rome. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Estação Oriente and Madrid. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 2 days 14h.
ALSA run regular bus services between Lisbon and Rome. Buses run once daily and take around 2 days 14h on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Lisbon and Rome. Flights depart from Lisbon (LIS) and arrive at Rome (FCO). The flight takes around 3hrs.
Yes there is a direct flight between Lisbon and Rome with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3hrs.
TAP Portugal, Iberia, Air Europa, easyJet, Vueling Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air France and Ryanair fly between Lisbon and Rome. Flights depart from Lisbon (LIS) and and arrive into Rome (FCO). These flights usually take around 3hrs.
The flight from Lisbon to Rome typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Lisbon (LIS) and and arrive into Rome (FCO).
The closest major airport to Rome is Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Rome. Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (PEG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Lisbon and Rome. The distance is around 2,512km (1,561 miles) by road and it will take around 23h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lisbon to Rome is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 50m and will usually cost around €185 ($185).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lisbon and Rome
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Rome Ciampino (CIA) + 3 similar | 3h 30m | €120($120) | hourly | 1,894km (1,177 miles) |
| Fly | 3h 50m | €185($185) | hourly | 1,879km (1,167 miles) |
| Fly to Naples (NAP), Train | 4h 30m | €160($160) | hourly | 2,234km (1,388 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 55m | €280($280) | hourly | 2,056km (1,278 miles) |
Bus | 2 days 14h | €340($340) | once daily | 3,639km (2,261 miles) |
Train and Bus + 2 similar | 1 day 1h | €665($665) | twice a week | 3,150km (1,958 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 1 day 4h | €720($725) | once a week | 3,207km (1,993 miles) |
| Bus to Genoa Train station, Train | 1 day 16h | €135($135) | 3 times a week | 2,694km (1,674 miles) |
Drive | 23h 40m | €455($455) | on demand | 2,512km (1,561 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lisbon and Rome
Train operators
Bus companies
Euroscoach By Cm Tours
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Airports near Rome
The following major airports near Rome offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
- Distance
- 14km (9 miles) from Rome
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- Distance
- 22km (14 miles) from Rome
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG)
- Distance
- 134km (83 miles) from Rome