Birmingham, United Kingdom to Porto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Porto?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Porto is 844.2 miles (1358.6 km) as the crow flies. Porto is located SSW of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1013 miles, taking about 20h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 12min. Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Porto 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Porto. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.