Düsseldorf to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1157.6 miles 1862.9 km · straight line
1387.8 miles actual route 2233.5 km · driving distance
23h 23min estimated drive time
€240 - €295 estimated fuel cost
~2h 50min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Düsseldorf from Lisbon?

The distance from Düsseldorf to Lisbon is 1157.6 miles (1862.9 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Düsseldorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1387.8 miles, taking about 23h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 50min. Düsseldorf is in Germany, 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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 23min €240 - €295 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 4min $111–$208* Budget
Train ~30h 24min $167–$486* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Düsseldorf & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m 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 386 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 96 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM