Brussels to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

720.7 miles 1159.8 km · straight line
804.8 miles actual route 1295.2 km · driving distance
12h 43min estimated drive time
€139 - €171 estimated fuel cost
~1h 57min flight time
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Brussels from Warsaw?

The distance from Brussels to Warsaw is 720.7 miles (1159.8 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located ENE of Brussels. By car, the driving distance is approximately 804.8 miles, taking about 12h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Brussels is in Belgium, while Warsaw is in Poland.

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. 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 Brussels and Warsaw. 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 Brussels to Warsaw

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 43min €139 - €171 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 16min $64–$121* Budget
Train ~16h 32min $97–$282* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brussels & Warsaw

Quick Facts

Brussels
50.85°N, 4.35°E
Europe/Brussels
13m elevation
Warsaw
52.23°N, 21.01°E
Europe/Warsaw
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 240 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM