Athens, Greece to Berlin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1120.3 miles 1802.9 km · straight line
1449.8 miles actual route 2333.2 km · driving distance
24h 44min estimated drive time
€258 - €317 estimated fuel cost
~2h 45min flight time
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Berlin?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Berlin is 1120.3 miles (1802.9 km) as the crow flies. Berlin is located NNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1449.8 miles, taking about 24h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 45min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Berlin is in Germany.

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. 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. 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 Athens, Greece and Berlin. 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 Athens, Greece to Berlin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 44min €258 - €317 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 41min $116–$217* Budget
Train ~32h 9min $174–$507* Comfort

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Berlin
52.52°N, 13.40°E
Europe/Berlin
34m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 373 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 93 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM