Budapest to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

773 miles 1244 km · straight line
924.5 miles actual route 1487.8 km · driving distance
14h 49min estimated drive time
HUF 58024 - HUF 71414 estimated fuel cost
~2h 3min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Budapest from Paris, France?

The distance from Budapest to Paris, France is 773 miles (1244 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located WNW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 924.5 miles, taking about 14h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Paris, France is in France.

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 Budapest and Paris, France. 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 Budapest to Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 49min HUF 58024 - HUF 71414 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 47min $74–$139* Budget
Train ~19h 16min $111–$324* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Budapest & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Budapest
47.50°N, 19.04°E
Europe/Budapest
96m elevation
Paris, France
48.86°N, 2.35°E
Europe/Paris
35m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 258 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM