Athens, Greece to Brussels: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1298.2 miles 2089.3 km · straight line
1723.2 miles actual route 2773.2 km · driving distance
28h 58min estimated drive time
€306 - €377 estimated fuel cost
~3h 7min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Brussels?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Brussels is 1298.2 miles (2089.3 km) as the crow flies. Brussels is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1723.2 miles, taking about 28h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 7min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Brussels is in Belgium.

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 Brussels. 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 Brussels

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 58min €306 - €377 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 46min $138–$258* Budget
Train ~37h 39min $207–$603* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Brussels

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 433 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 108 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM