Cambridge, United Kingdom to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

251.2 miles 404.3 km · straight line
314 miles estimated 505.4 km · driving distance
6h 19min estimated drive time
£48 - £59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Cambridge, United Kingdom from Paris, France?

The distance from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Paris, France is 251.2 miles (404.3 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located SSE of Cambridge, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 314 miles, taking about 6h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Cambridge, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Paris, France is in France.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Cambridge, United Kingdom and Paris, France. 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.

How to Get from Cambridge, United Kingdom to Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 19min £48 - £59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 35min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 0min $38–$110* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cambridge, United Kingdom & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Cambridge, United Kingdom
52.21°N, 0.12°E
Europe/London
6m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients