Basel to Peterborough, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Basel from Peterborough, United Kingdom?

The distance from Basel to Peterborough, United Kingdom is 490.2 miles (788.9 km) as the crow flies. Peterborough, United Kingdom is located NW of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.3 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Peterborough, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Peterborough, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.