Lisbon to Lyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

862.7 miles 1388.4 km · straight line
1058.8 miles actual route 1704 km · driving distance
18h 3min estimated drive time
€183 - €225 estimated fuel cost
~2h 14min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Lisbon from Lyon?

The distance from Lisbon to Lyon is 862.7 miles (1388.4 km) as the crow flies. Lyon is located NE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1058.8 miles, taking about 18h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 14min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while Lyon is in France.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Lisbon and Lyon. 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 Lisbon to Lyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 3min €183 - €225 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 14min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 40min $85–$159* Budget
Train ~23h 28min $127–$371* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lisbon & Lyon

Quick Facts

Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
Lyon
45.76°N, 4.84°E
Europe/Paris
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 288 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 72 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM