Bristol, United Kingdom to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

935 miles 1504.8 km · straight line
1353.3 miles actual route 2177.9 km · driving distance
28h 2min estimated drive time
£205 - £253 estimated fuel cost
~2h 23min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bristol, United Kingdom from Lisbon?

The distance from Bristol, United Kingdom to Lisbon is 935 miles (1504.8 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SSW of Bristol, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1353.3 miles, taking about 28h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 23min. Bristol, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, 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 Bristol, United Kingdom 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 Bristol, United Kingdom to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 2min £205 - £253 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 38min $108–$203* Budget
Train ~36h 27min $162–$474* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bristol, United Kingdom & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Bristol, United Kingdom
51.45°N, 2.59°W
Europe/London
11m 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 312 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 78 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM