Athens, Greece to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1302.3 miles 2095.8 km · straight line
1788.3 miles actual route 2878 km · driving distance
30h 9min estimated drive time
€318 - €391 estimated fuel cost
~3h 7min flight time
312° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Paris, France?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Paris, France is 1302.3 miles (2095.8 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1788.3 miles, taking about 30h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 7min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Paris, France is in France.

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 Paris, France. 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 Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 9min €318 - €391 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 11min $143–$268* Budget
Train ~39h 12min $215–$626* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Paris, France
48.86°N, 2.35°E
Europe/Paris
35m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 434 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 109 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM