Copenhagen to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

593.8 miles 955.6 km · straight line
861.2 miles actual route 1385.9 km · driving distance
15h 2min estimated drive time
DKK 1126 - DKK 1386 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Copenhagen to London, United Kingdom is 593.8 miles (955.6 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located WSW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 861.2 miles, taking about 15h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while London, United Kingdom 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 London, United Kingdom. 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 2min DKK 1126 - DKK 1386 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 2min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~19h 33min $103–$301* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM