Athens, Greece to Nuremberg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1010.5 miles 1626.3 km · straight line
1344.2 miles actual route 2163.3 km · driving distance
22h 56min estimated drive time
€239 - €294 estimated fuel cost
~2h 32min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Nuremberg?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Nuremberg is 1010.5 miles (1626.3 km) as the crow flies. Nuremberg is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1344.2 miles, taking about 22h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg. 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 Nuremberg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 56min €239 - €294 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 31min $108–$202* Budget
Train ~29h 49min $161–$470* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Nuremberg

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Nuremberg
49.45°N, 11.08°E
Europe/Berlin
309m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 337 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 84 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM