Hamburg to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1365.6 miles 2197.7 km · straight line
1640.2 miles actual route 2639.7 km · driving distance
27h 12min estimated drive time
€283 - €348 estimated fuel cost
~3h 15min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Lisbon?

The distance from Hamburg to Lisbon is 1365.6 miles (2197.7 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SW of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1640.2 miles, taking about 27h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 15min. Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 12min €283 - €348 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 38min $131–$246* Budget
Train ~35h 22min $197–$574* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m 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 455 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 114 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM