Edinburgh to Leipzig: Road Trip Guide & Distance

710.5 miles 1143.4 km · straight line
1063.1 miles actual route 1710.9 km · driving distance
18h 35min estimated drive time
£161 - £198 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
110° ESE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Leipzig?

The distance from Edinburgh to Leipzig is 710.5 miles (1143.4 km) as the crow flies. Leipzig is located ESE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1063.1 miles, taking about 18h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom, while Leipzig is in Germany.

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 Edinburgh and Leipzig. 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 Edinburgh to Leipzig

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 35min £161 - £198 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 18min $85–$159* Budget
Train ~24h 10min $128–$372* Comfort

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 237 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM