London, United Kingdom to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is London, United Kingdom from Paris, France?
The distance from London, United Kingdom to Paris, France is 213.5 miles (343.6 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located SSE of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.5 miles, taking about 12h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. London, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Paris, France is in France.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 London, United Kingdom and Paris, France. 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 Paris, France
Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Paris, France
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
- You could travel this distance about 116.6 times to circle the Earth's equator