Lisbon to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1070.6 miles 1722.9 km · straight line
1323.2 miles actual route 2129.5 km · driving distance
22h 24min estimated drive time
€228 - €281 estimated fuel cost
~2h 39min flight time
50° NE bearing direction

How far is Lisbon from Zurich?

The distance from Lisbon to Zurich is 1070.6 miles (1722.9 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located NE of Lisbon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1323.2 miles, taking about 22h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Lisbon is in Portugal, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

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 Zurich. 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 Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 24min €228 - €281 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 53min $106–$198* Budget
Train ~29h 7min $159–$463* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lisbon & Zurich

Quick Facts

Lisbon
38.72°N, 9.14°W
Europe/Lisbon
2m elevation
Zurich
47.38°N, 8.54°E
Europe/Zurich
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 357 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM