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

622.4 miles 1001.7 km · straight line
862.6 miles actual route 1388.3 km · driving distance
19h 51min estimated drive time
£131 - £161 estimated fuel cost
~1h 45min flight time
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Marseille?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Marseille is 622.4 miles (1001.7 km) as the crow flies. Marseille is located SSE of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 862.6 miles, taking about 19h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 45min. London, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Marseille is in France.

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. 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. 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 London, United Kingdom and Marseille. 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 London, United Kingdom to Marseille

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 51min £131 - £161 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 49min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~25h 48min $104–$302* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Marseille

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Marseille
43.30°N, 5.37°E
Europe/Paris
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 207 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM