Düsseldorf to Gothenburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

493.7 miles 794.6 km · straight line
726.1 miles actual route 1168.6 km · driving distance
12h 14min estimated drive time
€125 - €154 estimated fuel cost
~1h 30min flight time
23° NNE bearing direction

How far is Düsseldorf from Gothenburg?

The distance from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg is 493.7 miles (794.6 km) as the crow flies. Gothenburg is located NNE of Düsseldorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 726.1 miles, taking about 12h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf 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.

How to Get from Düsseldorf to Gothenburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 14min €125 - €154 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 30min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 41min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~11h 37min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Düsseldorf & Gothenburg

Quick Facts

Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m elevation
Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 165 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM