Barcelona to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

534.1 miles 859.6 km · straight line
844.1 miles actual route 1358.4 km · driving distance
14h 38min estimated drive time
€132 - €163 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
83° E bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Barcelona to Rome, Italy is 534.1 miles (859.6 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located E of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 844.1 miles, taking about 14h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Barcelona is in Spain, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Barcelona 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.

How to Get from Barcelona to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 38min €132 - €163 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 34min $68–$127* Budget
Train ~19h 1min $101–$295* Comfort

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM