Athens, Greece to Valencia, Spain: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1299.4 miles 2091.2 km · straight line
2126.8 miles actual route 3422.7 km · driving distance
36h 7min estimated drive time
€378 - €465 estimated fuel cost
~3h 7min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Valencia, Spain?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Valencia, Spain is 1299.4 miles (2091.2 km) as the crow flies. Valencia, Spain is located WNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2126.8 miles, taking about 36h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 7min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Valencia, Spain is in Spain.

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 Valencia, Spain. 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 Valencia, Spain

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 36h 7min €378 - €465 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 20min $170–$319* Budget
Train ~46h 57min $255–$744* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Valencia, Spain

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Valencia, Spain
39.47°N, 0.38°W
Europe/Madrid
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 433 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 108 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM