THE SHORT VERSION
Lisbon to Vigo at a glance.
- From
- Lisbon Lisboa
- To
- Vigo
- Road distance
- About 455 km
- Straight line
- 390 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Vigo to Lisbon →
- Border
- Portugal → Spain. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lisbon
Lisbon has direct buses from most Portuguese cities and from Spain and France. The main long-distance terminal is Sete Rios, with Oriente station a second hub for many routes.
- Sete Rios bus terminal
Next to Jardim Zoológico metro (blue line). Main domestic terminal. - Lisbon Oriente
Parque das Nações. Many national and international coaches; connected to metro and trains.
Arriving in Vigo
Ask the seller where the service ends in Vigo. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Vigo, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lisbon from Vigo by road?+
About 455 km by road (390 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lisbon to Vigo take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lisbon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Lisbon include Sete Rios bus terminal, Lisbon Oriente, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Vigo to Lisbon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Vigo to Lisbon guide.
Where does the bus from Lisbon arrive in Vigo?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Lisbon to Vigo?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lisbon to Vigo bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Vigo by bus?+
Direct buses from Vigo include Porto, Seville, Braga. See all connections on our Vigo bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lisbon to Vigo?+
Portugal and Spain are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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