Budapest to Strasbourg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Budapest from Strasbourg?

The distance from Budapest to Strasbourg is 526.3 miles (847 km) as the crow flies. Strasbourg is located WNW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 631.6 miles, taking about 12h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Strasbourg 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Budapest and Strasbourg. 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.