Athens, Greece to Capri: Road Trip Guide & Distance

538.2 miles 866.1 km · straight line
645.8 miles estimated 1039.3 km · driving distance
12h 59min estimated drive time
€115 - €141 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Capri?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Capri is 538.2 miles (866.1 km) as the crow flies. Capri is located WNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 645.8 miles, taking about 12h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Capri 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Athens, Greece and Capri. 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 Athens, Greece to Capri

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 59min €115 - €141 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 35min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 53min $77–$226* Comfort

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Capri
40.55°N, 14.22°E
Europe/Rome
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 179 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients