Copenhagen to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

638 miles 1026.7 km · straight line
844.9 miles actual route 1359.8 km · driving distance
13h 59min estimated drive time
DKK 1105 - DKK 1360 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Paris, France?

The distance from Copenhagen to Paris, France is 638 miles (1026.7 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located SW of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 844.9 miles, taking about 13h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Paris, France is in France.

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 Paris, France. 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 Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 59min DKK 1105 - DKK 1360 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 47min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~18h 11min $101–$296* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Copenhagen & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m 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 213 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM