Barcelona to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

707.6 miles 1138.8 km · straight line
988.9 miles actual route 1591.5 km · driving distance
21h 45min estimated drive time
€155 - €191 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Barcelona to London, United Kingdom is 707.6 miles (1138.8 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located N of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 988.9 miles, taking about 21h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Barcelona is in Spain, 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 45min €155 - €191 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 6min $79–$148* Budget
Train ~28h 17min $119–$346* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 236 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM