Brussels to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1064.2 miles 1712.6 km · straight line
1270.7 miles actual route 2045 km · driving distance
21h 40min estimated drive time
€219 - €270 estimated fuel cost
~2h 38min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Brussels from Lisbon?

The distance from Brussels to Lisbon is 1064.2 miles (1712.6 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Brussels. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1270.7 miles, taking about 21h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 38min. Brussels is in Belgium, 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 Brussels 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 Brussels to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 40min €219 - €270 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 38min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 0min $102–$191* Budget
Train ~28h 10min $152–$445* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brussels & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m elevation
Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
Explore more routes from Lisbon

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 355 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM