Edinburgh to Prague: Road Trip Guide & Distance

834.3 miles 1342.7 km · straight line
1188.1 miles actual route 1912.1 km · driving distance
20h 30min estimated drive time
£180 - £222 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Prague?

The distance from Edinburgh to Prague is 834.3 miles (1342.7 km) as the crow flies. Prague is located ESE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1188.1 miles, taking about 20h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom, while Prague is in Czech Republic.

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 Prague. 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 Prague

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 30min £180 - £222 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 36min $95–$178* Budget
Train ~26h 39min $143–$416* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Prague

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Prague
50.08°N, 14.44°E
Europe/Prague
235m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 278 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 70 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM