Bern to La Spezia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

227.7 miles 366.5 km · straight line
284.7 miles estimated 458.1 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
CHF 55 - CHF 68 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
149° SSE bearing direction

How far is Bern from La Spezia?

The distance from Bern to La Spezia is 227.7 miles (366.5 km) as the crow flies. La Spezia is located SSE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 284.7 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Bern is in Switzerland, while La Spezia 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 La Spezia. 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 La Spezia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min CHF 55 - CHF 68 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bern & La Spezia

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m elevation
La Spezia
44.10°N, 9.82°E
Europe/Rome
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients