Maastricht to Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Road Trip Guide & Distance

223.4 miles 359.5 km · straight line
279.2 miles estimated 449.4 km · driving distance
5h 37min estimated drive time
€57 - €70 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Maastricht from Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

The distance from Maastricht to Rothenburg ob der Tauber is 223.4 miles (359.5 km) as the crow flies. Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located ESE of Maastricht. By car, the driving distance is approximately 279.2 miles, taking about 5h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Maastricht is in Netherlands, while Rothenburg ob der Tauber is in Germany.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Maastricht and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Maastricht to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 37min €57 - €70 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 44min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 20min $34–$98* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maastricht & Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Quick Facts

Maastricht
50.85°N, 5.69°E
Europe/Amsterdam
50m elevation
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
49.38°N, 10.18°E
Europe/Berlin
425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 111.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients