While Lisbon is the Capital of Portugal, and considered the most important city in the country, Douro is currently the most popular wine region in Portugal, and one of the most famous in the world. Douro Valley is considered the oldest wine region in the world, and where the famous Port Wine is produced.
There is no airport in the Douro, so travel from Lisbon is extremely popular for guests visiting Douro Valley.
The distance from Lisbon to Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa is about 370km (about 230mi), or 750km roundtrip.
The driving time is about 3h30, or 7h roundtrip.
There are some major highways connecting both places: starting from A1 in Lisbon, towards northern Portugal + A41 + A4 + and finally N211. Or alternatively, for additional 25m drive, choose A1 + IP23 + A24 + N321 + N222. There is also a third option, from Lisbon to A8 + A17 + A25 + A1 + A41 + A4 + and finally N211.
There are some nice places to stop in between, such as Fatima, Coimbra, Obidos, Nazare, Aveiro, etc
The best-recommended way to travel from Lisbon to Douro Royal Valley Hotel & Spa is using a private car transfer service.
This has a cost of 950EUR (Fixed price up to 5 guests), with reservation here: Link 1
Or, alternatively, you can check here for transfer service with 3h stops on the way: Link 2
This service can start from any place in Lisbon Region, including Lisbon Airport or city hotel. Can also start from Cascais or Sintra as well.
For any questions, drop me a message below.

Gonzalo
Founder/Owner of The Lisbon Guide, one of the major blog references in Portugal, established in 2014 and receiving every year 250.000 visitors from all over the world, looking to provide the best experiences in Portugal. In partnership with Portugal Magik for all private tours and transfers across Portugal, Gonzalo loves a good seafood meal at Monte Mar Cascais, and all from Michelin Chef Avillez. Favorite Hotel in Lisbon/Portugal, Penha Longa Resort by Ritz Carlton.
For over 15 years, Gonzalo have been helping thousands of travelers yearly to plan a perfect trip to Portugal. Based in Lisbon/Cascais and working in this field for over 20 years, with multiple ongoing projects. Also an avid TripAdvisor user level 6 with more than 300.000 readers worldwide.
Many years working also as a Private Guide of Lisbon, Sintra, Fatima, Porto, Douro Valley, Evora, and other locations in Portugal.
