Copenhagen to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

576.8 miles 928.2 km · straight line
1053.1 miles actual route 1694.8 km · driving distance
18h 11min estimated drive time
DKK 1377 - DKK 1695 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Leeds?

The distance from Copenhagen to Leeds is 576.8 miles (928.2 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located W of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1053.1 miles, taking about 18h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Leeds is in United Kingdom.

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 Copenhagen and Leeds. 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 Copenhagen to Leeds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 11min DKK 1377 - DKK 1695 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 49min $84–$158* Budget
Train ~23h 38min $126–$369* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & Leeds

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Explore more routes from Leeds

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 192 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM