Oxford, United Kingdom to Paris, France: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255.7 miles 411.5 km · straight line
319.6 miles estimated 514.4 km · driving distance
6h 26min estimated drive time
£48 - £60 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
140° SE bearing direction

How far is Oxford, United Kingdom from Paris, France?

The distance from Oxford, United Kingdom to Paris, France is 255.7 miles (411.5 km) as the crow flies. Paris, France is located SE of Oxford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 319.6 miles, taking about 6h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Oxford, United Kingdom is in United Kingdom, while Paris, France is in France.

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 Oxford, United Kingdom and Paris, France. 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 Oxford, United Kingdom to Paris, France

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 26min £48 - £60 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 43min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 7min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oxford, United Kingdom & Paris, France

Quick Facts

Oxford, United Kingdom
51.75°N, 1.26°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Paris, France
48.86°N, 2.35°E
Europe/Paris
35m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients