Budapest to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Budapest from Rome, Italy?
The distance from Budapest to Rome, Italy is 502.3 miles (808.4 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located SW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 756.6 miles, taking about 12h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Rome, 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Budapest and Rome, 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 Budapest to Rome, Italy
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 167 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 42 hours
- You could travel this distance about 49.6 times to circle the Earth's equator