Lisbon to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lisbon from Swansea?

The distance from Lisbon to Swansea is 925.8 miles (1490 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located NNE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1111 miles, taking about 22h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while Swansea is in United Kingdom.

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 Swansea. 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.