Leipzig to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

538 miles 865.9 km · straight line
647.7 miles actual route 1042.4 km · driving distance
11h 30min estimated drive time
€112 - €138 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Leipzig from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Leipzig to London, United Kingdom is 538 miles (865.9 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located W of Leipzig. By car, the driving distance is approximately 647.7 miles, taking about 11h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Leipzig is in Germany, while London, United Kingdom 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 Leipzig and London, United Kingdom. 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 Leipzig to London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 30min €112 - €138 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 48min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~14h 57min $78–$227* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leipzig & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 179 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM