Gothenburg to Thetford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

574 miles 923.8 km · straight line
688.9 miles estimated 1108.6 km · driving distance
13h 51min estimated drive time
SEK 1297 - SEK 1596 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Thetford?

The distance from Gothenburg to Thetford is 574 miles (923.8 km) as the crow flies. Thetford is located SW of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 688.9 miles, taking about 13h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Thetford 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gothenburg and Thetford. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Thetford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 51min SEK 1297 - SEK 1596 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 37min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~18h 0min $83–$241* Comfort

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
Thetford
52.42°N, 0.75°E
Europe/London
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients