Exeter to Porto: Road Trip Guide & Distance

704.1 miles 1133.1 km · straight line
844.9 miles estimated 1359.7 km · driving distance
17h 0min estimated drive time
£128 - £158 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Exeter from Porto?

The distance from Exeter to Porto is 704.1 miles (1133.1 km) as the crow flies. Porto is located SSW of Exeter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 844.9 miles, taking about 17h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Exeter is in United Kingdom, while Porto 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 Exeter and Porto. 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 Exeter to Porto

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 0min £128 - £158 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 24min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~22h 6min $101–$296* Comfort

Quick Facts

Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Porto
41.16°N, 8.63°W
Europe/Lisbon
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 235 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients