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

716.8 miles 1153.6 km · straight line
916.1 miles actual route 1474.4 km · driving distance
16h 12min estimated drive time
€168 - €206 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Bologna from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Bologna to London, United Kingdom is 716.8 miles (1153.6 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located NW of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 916.1 miles, taking about 16h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Bologna is in Italy, 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. 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 Bologna 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 Bologna to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 12min €168 - €206 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 26min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~21h 4min $110–$321* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bologna & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m 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 239 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM