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

How far is Athens, Greece from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Rome, Italy is 653 miles (1050.9 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located WNW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1475.1 miles, taking about 25h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Rome, 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 Rome, 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.