Leicester to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1034.5 miles 1664.9 km · straight line
1394.4 miles actual route 2244 km · driving distance
28h 47min estimated drive time
£211 - £260 estimated fuel cost
~2h 35min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Leicester from Lisbon?

The distance from Leicester to Lisbon is 1034.5 miles (1664.9 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located SSW of Leicester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1394.4 miles, taking about 28h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Leicester 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 Leicester 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 Leicester to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 47min £211 - £260 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 32min $112–$209* Budget
Train ~37h 25min $167–$488* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leicester & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Leicester
52.64°N, 1.14°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 345 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM