Gothenburg to Munich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

661.7 miles 1064.9 km · straight line
964.3 miles actual route 1551.9 km · driving distance
16h 2min estimated drive time
SEK 1816 - SEK 2235 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
182° S bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Munich?

The distance from Gothenburg to Munich is 661.7 miles (1064.9 km) as the crow flies. Munich is located S of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 964.3 miles, taking about 16h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Munich 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. 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 Munich. 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 Munich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 2min SEK 1816 - SEK 2235 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 14min $77–$145* Budget
Train ~20h 51min $116–$338* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gothenburg & Munich

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 221 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM