Athens, Greece to Genoa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Greece from Genoa?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Genoa is 885.5 miles (1425 km) as the crow flies. Genoa is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1395.6 miles, taking about 23h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 17min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Genoa 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 Genoa. 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.