Cardiff to Prague: Road Trip Guide & Distance

773.9 miles 1245.4 km · straight line
942.7 miles actual route 1517.1 km · driving distance
15h 56min estimated drive time
£143 - £176 estimated fuel cost
~2h 3min flight time
90° E bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Prague?

The distance from Cardiff to Prague is 773.9 miles (1245.4 km) as the crow flies. Prague is located E of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 942.7 miles, taking about 15h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 3min. Cardiff is in United Kingdom, while Prague is in Czech Republic.

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 Cardiff and Prague. 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 Cardiff to Prague

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 56min £143 - £176 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 7min $75–$141* Budget
Train ~20h 43min $113–$330* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Prague

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Prague
50.08°N, 14.44°E
Europe/Prague
235m 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