Basel to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

458.9 miles 738.5 km · straight line
550.7 miles estimated 886.2 km · driving distance
11h 5min estimated drive time
CHF 107 - CHF 131 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Basel from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Basel to Rome, Italy is 458.9 miles (738.5 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located SSE of Basel. By car, the driving distance is approximately 550.7 miles, taking about 11h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Basel is in Switzerland, while Rome, Italy is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Basel and Rome, Italy. 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 Basel to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 5min CHF 107 - CHF 131 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 18min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~10h 32min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Basel & Rome, Italy

Quick Facts

Basel
47.56°N, 7.59°E
Europe/Zurich
260m 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 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients