Bordeaux to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

610.1 miles 981.9 km · straight line
732.2 miles estimated 1178.3 km · driving distance
14h 44min estimated drive time
€130 - €160 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Bordeaux from Lisbon?

The distance from Bordeaux to Lisbon is 610.1 miles (981.9 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Bordeaux. By car, the driving distance is approximately 732.2 miles, taking about 14h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Bordeaux is in France, 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 Bordeaux and Lisbon. 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.

How to Get from Bordeaux to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 44min €130 - €160 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 41min $59–$110* Budget
Train ~19h 9min $88–$256* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bordeaux & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Bordeaux
44.84°N, 0.58°W
Europe/Paris
6m 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 203 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients