| Distance | ~130 km (81 miles) |
| Drive time | ~1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min |
| Fastest route | A1 / A8 motorways (tolled) |
| Train | ~2 h 53 min, 12 services a day |
| Ship cargo / a vehicle | Quote-based — see below |
Driving from Lisbon to Leiria covers about 130 km (81 miles) and takes around 1.5 hours on the motorway. Below is the route and toll, the train option, and what it costs to ship cargo or a vehicle to one of Portugal’s key industrial and construction hubs.
Lisbon to Leiria: distance, route and tolls
The fast route uses the A1 then A8 (or the A8 the whole way via the coast): about 130 km in 1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min. The motorways are tolled, paid electronically through Via Verde; slower toll-free national roads add time but cut cost on price-sensitive loads.
Other ways to get from Lisbon to Leiria
- Train – Comboios de Portugal runs about 12 services a day, taking around 2 h 53 min (slower than driving as the line is indirect); regional fares are modest.
- Bus – Rede Expressos coaches are frequent and often faster than the train for this pair.
Shipping cargo or a vehicle from Lisbon to Leiria
Leiria is a centre for construction materials, moulds/plastics and furniture, so this lane carries a lot of industrial and building freight. Cost drivers:
- Vehicle choice – vans for urgent small loads; box trucks and flatbeds for construction materials, moulds and furniture.
- Tolls and fuel – the A1/A8 charge plus ~130 km of fuel; the toll-free roads are an option for low-value bulk.
- Load securing – furniture and moulds need proper strapping and sometimes blankets/crating.
To compare real prices, request quotes from carriers on the route through the GetTransport marketplace.
Goods commonly moved on the Lisbon–Leiria route
- Construction materials – a core regional industry.
- Moulds and plastics – Leiria’s well-known specialism.
- Furniture – from local manufacturers.
- Retail and consumer goods – serving the wider region.
FAQ
How far is Lisbon from Leiria by car?
Lisbon to Leiria is about 130 km (81 miles) by road via the A1 and A8 motorways.
How long does it take to drive from Lisbon to Leiria?
The drive takes around 1 h 30 min to 1 h 45 min in normal traffic on the motorway.
Are there tolls between Lisbon and Leiria?
Yes, the A1/A8 motorways are tolled, paid electronically via Via Verde; slower national roads are toll-free.
Is the train faster than driving from Lisbon to Leiria?
No, the train takes about 2 h 53 min because the line is indirect, while driving takes around 1.5 hours.
How much does it cost to ship cargo from Lisbon to Leiria?
Costs depend on load type and vehicle — construction materials and furniture are common here; request quotes on GetTransport to compare.