Paris, France to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

642.2 miles 1033.5 km · straight line
769.6 miles actual route 1238.6 km · driving distance
12h 26min estimated drive time
€137 - €168 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
89° E bearing direction

How far is Paris, France from Vienna?

The distance from Paris, France to Vienna is 642.2 miles (1033.5 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located E of Paris, France. By car, the driving distance is approximately 769.6 miles, taking about 12h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Paris, France is in France, while Vienna is in Austria.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Paris, France and Vienna. 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 Paris, France to Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 26min €137 - €168 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 55min $62–$115* Budget
Train ~16h 10min $92–$269* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Paris, France & Vienna

Quick Facts

Paris, France
48.86°N, 2.35°E
Europe/Paris
35m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 214 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM