Alicante to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

716.2 miles 1152.6 km · straight line
1002.8 miles actual route 1613.9 km · driving distance
17h 33min estimated drive time
€157 - €194 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Alicante from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Alicante to Florence, Italy is 716.2 miles (1152.6 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located NE of Alicante. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1002.8 miles, taking about 17h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Alicante is in Spain, while Florence, Italy 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Alicante and Florence, Italy. 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 Alicante to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 33min €157 - €194 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 4min $80–$150* Budget
Train ~22h 49min $120–$351* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alicante & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Alicante
38.35°N, 0.48°W
Europe/Madrid
0m elevation
Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 239 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM