Bern to Cinque Terre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

220.8 miles 355.4 km · straight line
276.1 miles estimated 444.3 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
CHF 53 - CHF 66 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
150° SSE bearing direction

How far is Bern from Cinque Terre?

The distance from Bern to Cinque Terre is 220.8 miles (355.4 km) as the crow flies. Cinque Terre is located SSE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.1 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Bern is in Switzerland, while Cinque Terre is in Italy.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bern and Cinque Terre. 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 Bern to Cinque Terre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min CHF 53 - CHF 66 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Cinque Terre

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m elevation
Cinque Terre
44.15°N, 9.64°E
Europe/Rome
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients