Athens, Greece to Split: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Athens, Greece from Split?

The distance from Athens, Greece to Split is 539.2 miles (867.8 km) as the crow flies. Split is located NW of Athens, Greece. By car, the driving distance is approximately 647.1 miles, taking about 13h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Athens, Greece is in Greece, while Split is in Croatia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Greece and Split. 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.