Athens, Greece to Jerusalem: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Greece from Jerusalem?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Jerusalem is 779 miles (1253.7 km) as the crow flies. Jerusalem is located ESE of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1693.3 miles, taking about 29h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Jerusalem is in Israel.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Jerusalem. 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.