Manchester, United Kingdom to Munich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

705.9 miles 1136 km · straight line
908.9 miles actual route 1462.7 km · driving distance
15h 38min estimated drive time
£138 - £170 estimated fuel cost
~1h 55min flight time
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Munich?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Munich is 705.9 miles (1136 km) as the crow flies. Munich is located ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 908.9 miles, taking about 15h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Manchester, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Munich is in Germany.

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 Manchester, United Kingdom and Munich. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Munich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 38min £138 - £170 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 46min $73–$136* Budget
Train ~20h 19min $109–$318* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Munich

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
Munich
48.14°N, 11.58°E
Europe/Berlin
519m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 235 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM