Guildford, United Kingdom to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

209.4 miles 337 km · straight line
261.8 miles estimated 421.3 km · driving distance
5h 16min estimated drive time
£40 - £49 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Guildford, United Kingdom from Paris, France?

The distance from Guildford, United Kingdom to Paris, France is 209.4 miles (337 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located SE of Guildford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 261.8 miles, taking about 5h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Guildford, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Paris, France is in France.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Guildford, United Kingdom and Paris, France. 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 Guildford, United Kingdom to Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 16min £40 - £49 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 19min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 0min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Guildford, United Kingdom & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Guildford, United Kingdom
51.24°N, 0.57°W
Europe/London
45m elevation
Paris, France
48.86°N, 2.35°E
Europe/Paris
35m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients