Belfast to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1072.6 miles 1726.2 km · straight line
1508 miles actual route 2426.9 km · driving distance
33h 38min estimated drive time
£229 - £282 estimated fuel cost
~2h 39min flight time
127° SE bearing direction

How far is Belfast from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Belfast to Florence, Italy is 1072.6 miles (1726.2 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located SE of Belfast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1508 miles, taking about 33h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 39min. Belfast is in United Kingdom, while Florence, 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 Belfast and Florence, 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 Belfast to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33h 38min £229 - £282 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~40h 22min $121–$226* Budget
Train ~43h 43min $181–$528* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Belfast & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Belfast
54.60°N, 5.93°W
Europe/London
1m elevation
Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 358 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 89 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM