Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leipzig: Road Trip Guide & Distance

612.1 miles 985 km · straight line
771.2 miles actual route 1241.1 km · driving distance
13h 24min estimated drive time
£117 - £144 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
92° E bearing direction

How far is Birmingham, United Kingdom from Leipzig?

The distance from Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leipzig is 612.1 miles (985 km) as the crow flies. Leipzig is located E of Birmingham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 771.2 miles, taking about 13h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Birmingham, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Leipzig 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom and Leipzig. 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 Birmingham, United Kingdom to Leipzig

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 24min £117 - £144 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 5min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~17h 25min $93–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Birmingham, United Kingdom & Leipzig

Quick Facts

Birmingham, United Kingdom
52.49°N, 1.89°W
Europe/London
140m elevation
Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM