Alicante to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

727.4 miles 1170.7 km · straight line
1172 miles actual route 1886.2 km · driving distance
20h 15min estimated drive time
€184 - €226 estimated fuel cost
~1h 58min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Alicante from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Alicante to Rome, Italy is 727.4 miles (1170.7 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located ENE of Alicante. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1172 miles, taking about 20h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 58min. Alicante is in Spain, while Rome, 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 Rome, 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 Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 15min €184 - €226 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 18min $94–$176* Budget
Train ~26h 20min $141–$410* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Alicante & Rome, Italy

Quick Facts

Alicante
38.35°N, 0.48°W
Europe/Madrid
0m elevation
Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 242 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 61 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM