Shuttles and Buses from and to Lisbon Airport

Apart from the Red Metro Line, Lisbon International Airport (LIS) is also served by several urban bus lines. Buses are an affordable public transport option, offering connections from Portela Airport to different parts of Lisbon. Although slower than the metro or taxis, they are suitable for budget-conscious travelers.

Our Tip: In addition to public buses, Lisbon Airport also offers door-to-door shuttle transfer services. For more details, check the official Coimbra shuttle services website.

The Municipal Buses at Lisbon Airport

Carris urban buses are the cheapest, yet most time-consuming, way to travel from Lisbon Airport. All airport bus lines depart from Terminal 1, Arrivals level.

  • Bus Line 705 (Oriente Station – Estação Roma – Areeiro Station)
    Operates on weekdays only, from 07:01 to 20:31, every 15 minutes.
  • Bus Line 722 (Portela – Restauradores)
    Runs daily, every 20–30 minutes, from 06:15 to 20:45.
  • Bus Line 744 (Moscavide – Restauradores)
    Operates daily from 05:50 to 21:06. On Saturdays from 05:45 to 20:56 and on Sundays from 06:44 to 20:56. Frequency: 15–20 minutes on weekdays, less frequent on weekends.
  • Bus Line 783 (Prior Velho – Amoreiras Shopping Center)
    Operates on weekdays from 05:17 to 00:13, Saturdays from 05:16 to 00:13, and Sundays from 06:12 to 00:07, every 25–30 minutes.

Our Tip 1: Night Bus Line 208 also serves Lisbon Airport, but its routes are very infrequent.

Our Tip 2: Urban buses are recommended only if you are traveling light, as luggage is limited to 50 × 40 × 20 cm. Timetables may also be unreliable during peak hours.

Where is the Bus Stop at Lisbon Airport?

The airport bus stop is located at Terminal 1, directly outside the Arrivals area. Airport signage is clear and easy to follow. Terminal 2 is not connected to Lisbon city center by bus.

Bus Tickets from Humberto Delgado Airport

Bus ticket options from Lisbon Airport include:

  • Single public transport ticket: 1.80€ – valid for 60 minutes on buses, metro, and trams (one metro journey only).
  • Onboard bus ticket: 2.10€ for a one-way trip.
  • 24-hour public transport ticket: 6.80€ – unlimited bus, tram, and metro rides.

All tickets (except onboard purchases) must be loaded onto a Navegante Occasional Card, costing 0.50€. The card is personal, reusable for one year, and can be topped up.

Using the Zapping system, you can load money onto the card (minimum 3€, maximum 40€) and pay per ride. With Zapping, a Carris bus ticket costs 1.61€.

For travelers planning extensive sightseeing, the Lisboa Card is a great option, offering free public transport and free or discounted entry to major attractions.

Tickets and cards can be purchased at airport ticket machines, metro station ticket offices, or onboard buses. Children under 3 years of age travel free.

Our Tip: If you plan to use CP trains as well, consider the 24-hour ticket valid for buses, metro, trams, and CP trains, priced at 10.80€.