Leipzig to Lisbon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1356.1 miles 2182.4 km · straight line
1671.2 miles actual route 2689.5 km · driving distance
27h 29min estimated drive time
€288 - €355 estimated fuel cost
~3h 14min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Leipzig from Lisbon?

The distance from Leipzig to Lisbon is 1356.1 miles (2182.4 km) as the crow flies. Lisbon is located WSW of Leipzig. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1671.2 miles, taking about 27h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 14min. Leipzig 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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Lisbon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 29min €288 - €355 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 59min $134–$251* Budget
Train ~35h 44min $201–$585* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leipzig & Lisbon

Quick Facts

Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m 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 452 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 113 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM