Gothenburg to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

589.7 miles 949 km · straight line
1244 miles actual route 2002 km · driving distance
21h 37min estimated drive time
SEK 2342 - SEK 2883 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
249° WSW bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Leeds?

The distance from Gothenburg to Leeds is 589.7 miles (949 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located WSW of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1244 miles, taking about 21h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Leeds is in United Kingdom.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Leeds. 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 Gothenburg to Leeds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 37min SEK 2342 - SEK 2883 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 56min $100–$187* Budget
Train ~28h 6min $149–$435* Comfort

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 197 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM