Copenhagen to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

417.4 miles 671.7 km · straight line
813.8 miles actual route 1309.7 km · driving distance
13h 3min estimated drive time
DKK 1064 - DKK 1310 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Copenhagen from Warsaw?

The distance from Copenhagen to Warsaw is 417.4 miles (671.7 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located ESE of Copenhagen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 813.8 miles, taking about 13h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Copenhagen is in Denmark, while Warsaw is in Poland.

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 Copenhagen and Warsaw. 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 Warsaw

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 3min DKK 1064 - DKK 1310 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 40min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~12h 24min $98–$285* Comfort

Quick Facts

Copenhagen
55.68°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Copenhagen
9m elevation
Warsaw
52.23°N, 21.01°E
Europe/Warsaw
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM