Lisbon to Gibraltar by car
From Lisbon, take the A2 south towards the Algarve, then cross into Spain and continue on the A49 towards Seville. From Seville, take the AP-4 and A-381 to Gibraltar. You’ll be driving around six and a half hours without stopping. You’ll have the flexibility to stop whenever and wherever you want, but don’t forget to take care of tolls, your car rental’s cross-border policy, and parking in Gibraltar, since you likely won't be driving much in this tiny territory.
Lisbon to Gibraltar by bus
You can travel from Lisbon to Gibraltar by bus via companies like Flixbus. There are no direct routes, so you'll need to make at least one change, usually in Seville. It’s a cost-effective option, with tickets as low as $64, but takes around 10 to 12 hours, depending on the connection times. The bus will let you off at La Línea de la Concepción, the Spanish border, and you'll need to go through customs on foot.
Lisbon to Gibraltar by train
No direct train service exists from Lisbon to Gibraltar. You can take a train from Lisbon to Faro or Seville, then connect to a bus or another train to La Línea de la Concepción, the Spanish town bordering Gibraltar. It generally takes around 10-12 hours including transfers. Be careful and on time when managing the transfers, as usually there's only 1 or 2 a day. Like the bus, you'll need to go through border control on foot.
Lisbon to Gibraltar by plane
There are no direct flights from Lisbon to Gibraltar. You can fly from Lisbon to Malaga, then take a bus or a car to Gibraltar. Direct flights take around one hour, and the bus takes two hours. Buses run every two hours from 6:30 AM to 8:40 PM. After adding in the time getting to and fro the airport, and the 2 hours for check-in and security, it's still the fastest mode of travel if you time your arrival in Malaga perfectly.
Lisbon to Gibraltar by private car service
If all those changes and transfers sound scary, don't worry! There is a direct option: a private car service. The most comfortable and convenient way to get from Lisbon to Gibraltar, Daytrip will bring you from your accommodation in Lisbon to the Gibraltar border. The drive takes around seven hours, realistically making it the fastest option. But with the beauty of the route, we guarantee that it’ll feel shorter. And unlike on the bus, train, or plane, you can stop to stretch your legs or get a bite to eat!