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

638.6 miles 1027.7 km · straight line
960.8 miles actual route 1546.3 km · driving distance
21h 29min estimated drive time
£146 - £179 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Nice?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Nice is 638.6 miles (1027.7 km) as the crow flies. Nice is located SE of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 960.8 miles, taking about 21h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. London, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Nice 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 Nice. 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 Nice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 29min £146 - £179 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 47min $77–$144* Budget
Train ~27h 56min $115–$336* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Nice

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
Nice
43.71°N, 7.26°E
Europe/Paris
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 213 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM