Aix-en-Provence to Pompeii: Road Trip Guide & Distance

501.7 miles 807.4 km · straight line
602 miles estimated 968.9 km · driving distance
12h 7min estimated drive time
€107 - €132 estimated fuel cost
~1h 31min flight time
109° ESE bearing direction

How far is Aix-en-Provence from Pompeii?

The distance from Aix-en-Provence to Pompeii is 501.7 miles (807.4 km) as the crow flies. Pompeii is located ESE of Aix-en-Provence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 602 miles, taking about 12h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Aix-en-Provence is in France, while Pompeii is in Italy.

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 Aix-en-Provence and Pompeii. 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 Aix-en-Provence to Pompeii

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 7min €107 - €132 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 32min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~15h 45min $72–$211* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aix-en-Provence & Pompeii

Quick Facts

Aix-en-Provence
43.53°N, 5.45°E
Europe/Paris
177m elevation
Pompeii
40.75°N, 14.50°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 167 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 49.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients