Amsterdam, Netherlands to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1065.5 miles 1714.7 km · straight line
1582.3 miles actual route 2546.4 km · driving distance
27h 31min estimated drive time
€323 - €397 estimated fuel cost
~2h 39min flight time
154° SSE bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Palermo?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Palermo is 1065.5 miles (1714.7 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SSE of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1582.3 miles, taking about 27h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Palermo 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 Amsterdam, Netherlands and Palermo. 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 Amsterdam, Netherlands to Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 31min €323 - €397 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 1min $127–$237* Budget
Train ~35h 46min $190–$554* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Palermo

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 355 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM