Athens, Greece to La Spezia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

837.2 miles 1347.4 km · straight line
1004.7 miles estimated 1616.9 km · driving distance
20h 13min estimated drive time
€179 - €220 estimated fuel cost
~2h 11min flight time
305° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from La Spezia?

The distance from Athens, Greece to La Spezia is 837.2 miles (1347.4 km) as the crow flies. La Spezia is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1004.7 miles, taking about 20h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 11min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while La Spezia 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 La Spezia. 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 La Spezia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 13min €179 - €220 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 16min $80–$151* Budget
Train ~26h 17min $121–$352* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Athens, Greece & La Spezia

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
La Spezia
44.10°N, 9.82°E
Europe/Rome
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 279 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 70 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 29.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients