Athens, Greece to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1486.1 miles 2391.6 km · straight line
1953.3 miles actual route 3143.6 km · driving distance
33h 25min estimated drive time
€347 - €428 estimated fuel cost
~3h 29min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Athens, Greece to London, United Kingdom is 1486.1 miles (2391.6 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1953.3 miles, taking about 33h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 29min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while London, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

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 London, United Kingdom. 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33h 25min €347 - €428 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~40h 6min $156–$293* Budget
Train ~43h 27min $234–$684* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Explore more routes from London, United Kingdom

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 495 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 124 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 16.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM