Lisbon to Nantes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lisbon from Nantes?

The distance from Lisbon to Nantes is 700.4 miles (1127.2 km) as the crow flies. Nantes is located NNE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 840.5 miles, taking about 16h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while Nantes 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 Nantes. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.