Prague to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

321.3 miles 517.1 km · straight line
396.7 miles actual route 638.4 km · driving distance
7h 24min estimated drive time
CZK 1577 - CZK 1941 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Prague from Warsaw?

The distance from Prague to Warsaw is 321.3 miles (517.1 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located ENE of Prague. By car, the driving distance is approximately 396.7 miles, taking about 7h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Prague is in Czech Republic, while Warsaw is in Poland.

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 Prague and Warsaw. 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 Prague to Warsaw

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 24min CZK 1577 - CZK 1941 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 53min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 2min $48–$139* Comfort

Quick Facts

Prague
50.08°N, 14.44°E
Europe/Prague
235m elevation
Warsaw
52.23°N, 21.01°E
Europe/Warsaw
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 107 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM