Compare: London→Paris (344 km) vs London→Amsterdam (358 km). London → Paris wins by 14 km (4%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated April 7, 2026
344 km
214 miles · Flight: ~56 min · Drive: ~5h 35min
✓ Shorter route
358 km
222 miles · Flight: ~57 min · Drive: ~5h 49min
Difference: 14 km (4%) · Flight time difference: ~1 min
London → Paris is the shorter route at 344 km, which is 14 km (4%) shorter than London → Amsterdam. You would save approximately 1 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | London → Paris | London → Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 344 | 358 |
| Distance (miles) | 214 | 222 |
| Flight time | ~56 min | ~57 min |
| Driving time | ~5h 35min | ~5h 49min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~447 km | ~465 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
The London to Paris route covers 344 km (214 miles), staying within Europe. London (population: 8,982,000) is located in England, United Kingdom, while Paris (population: 2,161,000) is in Île-de-France, France.
The London to Amsterdam route covers 358 km (222 miles), remaining within Europe. London (population: 8,982,000) is in England, United Kingdom, and Amsterdam (population: 872,680) is in North Holland, Netherlands.
Flying from London to Paris takes approximately 56 min, while London to Amsterdam takes 57 min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 5h 35min for the first route and 5h 49min for the second.
Since both routes depart from London, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between Paris and Amsterdam as a destination.
The 14 km difference between these routes is relatively modest, so other factors like ticket prices and schedules may matter more.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 447 km and 465 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 18 km of driving.
Paris (France) has a population of 2,161,000 and is located in the Île-de-France region of Europe. It's a significant city with good transport links and cultural offerings.
Amsterdam (Netherlands) has a population of 872,680 and is situated in North Holland, Europe. This destination offers a more intimate travel experience with unique local culture.
Choose London → Paris if minimizing travel distance and flight time is your priority. The 14 km difference means a modest saving in fuel, time, and potentially cost. Choose London → Amsterdam if the destination itself is more important than the journey length.
Paris is closer at 344 km, which is 14 km (4%) shorter.
344 km (214 miles). Flight: ~56 min.
358 km (222 miles). Flight: ~57 min.
Flying to Paris is faster at ~56 min, saving about 1 min compared to Amsterdam.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.