Athens, Greece to Munich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

929.3 miles 1495.6 km · straight line
1262.8 miles actual route 2032.3 km · driving distance
21h 43min estimated drive time
€225 - €276 estimated fuel cost
~2h 22min flight time
323° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Munich?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Munich is 929.3 miles (1495.6 km) as the crow flies. Munich is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1262.8 miles, taking about 21h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 22min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Munich 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 Munich. 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 Munich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 43min €225 - €276 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 4min $101–$189* Budget
Train ~28h 14min $152–$442* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Munich

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 310 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 77 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM