Athens, Greece to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

763.2 miles 1228.2 km · straight line
1307 miles actual route 2103.4 km · driving distance
22h 22min estimated drive time
€232 - €286 estimated fuel cost
~2h 2min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Florence, Italy is 763.2 miles (1228.2 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1307 miles, taking about 22h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 2min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, 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. 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. 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 Athens, Greece 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 Athens, Greece to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 22min €232 - €286 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 50min $105–$196* Budget
Train ~29h 5min $157–$457* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m 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 254 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 64 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM