Barcelona to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

625.2 miles 1006.1 km · straight line
771.8 miles actual route 1242.1 km · driving distance
13h 27min estimated drive time
€121 - €149 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Lisbon?

The distance from Barcelona to Lisbon is 625.2 miles (1006.1 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located WSW of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 771.8 miles, taking about 13h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. Barcelona is in Spain, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 27min €121 - €149 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 8min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~17h 29min $93–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m 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 208 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM