Edinburgh to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Edinburgh from Vienna?

The distance from Edinburgh to Vienna is 982.8 miles (1581.7 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ESE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1315.8 miles, taking about 22h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 29min. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom, while Vienna is in Austria.

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 Vienna. 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.