Bologna to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1127 miles 1813.8 km · straight line
1422.1 miles actual route 2288.7 km · driving distance
24h 10min estimated drive time
€260 - €320 estimated fuel cost
~2h 46min flight time
256° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Lisbon?

The distance from Bologna to Lisbon is 1127 miles (1813.8 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located WSW of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1422.1 miles, taking about 24h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 46min. Bologna is in Italy, 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 Bologna 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 Bologna to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 10min €260 - €320 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 0min $114–$213* Budget
Train ~31h 25min $171–$498* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m 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 376 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 94 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM