Amsterdam, Netherlands to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1157.8 miles 1863.3 km · straight line
1391.6 miles actual route 2239.6 km · driving distance
23h 50min estimated drive time
€284 - €349 estimated fuel cost
~2h 50min flight time
221° SW bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Lisbon?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Lisbon is 1157.8 miles (1863.3 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1391.6 miles, taking about 23h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 50min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Lisbon is in Portugal.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amsterdam, Netherlands and Lisbon. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 50min €284 - €349 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 36min $111–$209* Budget
Train ~30h 59min $167–$487* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 386 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 96 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM