Athens, Greece to Gothenburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1462.9 miles 2354.3 km · straight line
2112.3 miles actual route 3399.4 km · driving distance
35h 33min estimated drive time
€376 - €462 estimated fuel cost
~3h 27min flight time
342° NNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Gothenburg?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Gothenburg is 1462.9 miles (2354.3 km) as the crow flies. Gothenburg is located NNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2112.3 miles, taking about 35h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 27min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Gothenburg is in Sweden.

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 Gothenburg. 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 Gothenburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 33min €376 - €462 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~42h 40min $169–$317* Budget
Train ~46h 13min $253–$739* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Gothenburg

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 488 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 122 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM