Frankfurt to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1174.6 miles 1890.4 km · straight line
1432.3 miles actual route 2305.1 km · driving distance
23h 48min estimated drive time
€247 - €304 estimated fuel cost
~2h 52min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Frankfurt from Lisbon?

The distance from Frankfurt to Lisbon is 1174.6 miles (1890.4 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Frankfurt. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1432.3 miles, taking about 23h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 52min. Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 48min €247 - €304 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 34min $115–$215* Budget
Train ~30h 56min $172–$501* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frankfurt & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Frankfurt
50.11°N, 8.68°E
Europe/Berlin
112m 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 392 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 98 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 21.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM