Gothenburg to Leipzig: Road Trip Guide & Distance

440.4 miles 708.7 km · straight line
726.1 miles actual route 1168.6 km · driving distance
12h 16min estimated drive time
SEK 1367 - SEK 1683 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
178° S bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Leipzig?

The distance from Gothenburg to Leipzig is 440.4 miles (708.7 km) as the crow flies. Leipzig is located S of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 726.1 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg to Leipzig

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 16min SEK 1367 - SEK 1683 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 43min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~11h 39min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gothenburg & Leipzig

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Explore more routes from Leipzig

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 147 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM