Cologne to Gothenburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cologne from Gothenburg?

The distance from Cologne to Gothenburg is 509.3 miles (819.6 km) as the crow flies. Gothenburg is located NNE of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 739.6 miles, taking about 12h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Cologne is in Germany, while Gothenburg is in Sweden.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cologne and Gothenburg. 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.