Athens, Greece to Rimini: Road Trip Guide & Distance

716.3 miles 1152.8 km · straight line
859.6 miles estimated 1383.4 km · driving distance
17h 18min estimated drive time
€153 - €188 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Athens, Greece from Rimini?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Rimini is 716.3 miles (1152.8 km) as the crow flies. Rimini is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 859.6 miles, taking about 17h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Rimini 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 Rimini. 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 Rimini

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 18min €153 - €188 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 46min $69–$129* Budget
Train ~22h 29min $103–$301* Comfort

Quick Facts

Athens, Greece
37.98°N, 23.73°E
Europe/Athens
70m elevation
Rimini
44.06°N, 12.57°E
Europe/Rome
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 239 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients