Athens, Greece to Leipzig: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1075.6 miles 1731 km · straight line
1391.2 miles actual route 2238.9 km · driving distance
23h 41min estimated drive time
€247 - €304 estimated fuel cost
~2h 40min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Leipzig?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Leipzig is 1075.6 miles (1731 km) as the crow flies. Leipzig is located NNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1391.2 miles, taking about 23h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Leipzig 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 Leipzig. 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 Leipzig

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 41min €247 - €304 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 25min $111–$209* Budget
Train ~30h 47min $167–$487* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Leipzig

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 359 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 90 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM