Gothenburg to Helsinki: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gothenburg from Helsinki?

The distance from Gothenburg to Helsinki is 491.4 miles (790.9 km) as the crow flies. Helsinki is located ENE of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1313.8 miles, taking about 27h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Helsinki is in Finland.

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 Gothenburg and Helsinki. 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.