Bern to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

428.2 miles 689.2 km · straight line
513.9 miles estimated 827 km · driving distance
10h 20min estimated drive time
CHF 99 - CHF 122 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
143° SE bearing direction

How far is Bern from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Bern to Rome, Italy is 428.2 miles (689.2 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located SE of Bern. By car, the driving distance is approximately 513.9 miles, taking about 10h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Bern 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 Bern 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 Bern to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 20min CHF 99 - CHF 122 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 24min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~9h 49min $62–$180* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bern & Rome, Italy

Quick Facts

Bern
46.95°N, 7.45°E
Europe/Zurich
540m 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 143 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients