Amsterdam, Netherlands to Birmingham, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.3 miles 460.7 km · straight line
457.6 miles actual route 736.4 km · driving distance
8h 30min estimated drive time
€93 - €115 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Birmingham, United Kingdom?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Birmingham, United Kingdom is 286.3 miles (460.7 km) as the crow flies. Birmingham, United Kingdom is located W of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 457.6 miles, taking about 8h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Amsterdam, Netherlands and Birmingham, United Kingdom. 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 Amsterdam, Netherlands to Birmingham, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 30min €93 - €115 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 12min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 5min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Birmingham, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM