Lisbon to San Sebastián: Road Trip Guide & Distance

489.6 miles 788 km · straight line
587.6 miles estimated 945.6 km · driving distance
11h 49min estimated drive time
€101 - €125 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
47° NE bearing direction

How far is Lisbon from San Sebastián?

The distance from Lisbon to San Sebastián is 489.6 miles (788 km) as the crow flies. San Sebastián is located NE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 587.6 miles, taking about 11h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while San Sebastián is in Spain.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lisbon and San Sebastián. 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.

How to Get from Lisbon to San Sebastián

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 49min €101 - €125 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 11min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~11h 14min $71–$206* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lisbon & San Sebastián

Quick Facts

Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
San Sebastián
43.32°N, 1.98°W
Europe/Madrid
6m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 163 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients