Hamburg to Leeds: Road Trip Guide & Distance

472.2 miles 760 km · straight line
770.7 miles actual route 1240.3 km · driving distance
13h 25min estimated drive time
€133 - €164 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
277° W bearing direction

How far is Hamburg from Leeds?

The distance from Hamburg to Leeds is 472.2 miles (760 km) as the crow flies. Leeds is located W of Hamburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 770.7 miles, taking about 13h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Hamburg is in Germany, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Leeds

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 25min €133 - €164 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 6min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~12h 45min $92–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamburg & Leeds

Quick Facts

Hamburg
53.55°N, 9.99°E
Europe/Berlin
6m 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 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM