Bologna to Pompeii: Road Trip Guide & Distance

304.7 miles 490.3 km · straight line
367.5 miles actual route 591.4 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
€67 - €83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Pompeii?

The distance from Bologna to Pompeii is 304.7 miles (490.3 km) as the crow flies. Pompeii is located SSE of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 367.5 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna and Pompeii. 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 Bologna to Pompeii

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min €67 - €83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $44–$129* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m elevation
Pompeii
40.75°N, 14.50°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM