Leeds to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1101.6 miles 1772.8 km · straight line
1488.1 miles actual route 2394.8 km · driving distance
30h 27min estimated drive time
£226 - £278 estimated fuel cost
~2h 43min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Lisbon?

The distance from Leeds to Lisbon is 1101.6 miles (1772.8 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SSW of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1488.1 miles, taking about 30h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 43min. Leeds is in United Kingdom, 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 Leeds 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 Leeds to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 27min £226 - £278 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 32min $119–$223* Budget
Train ~39h 35min $179–$521* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m 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 367 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 92 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM