Cagliari to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.2 miles 388.1 km · straight line
1442.6 miles actual route 2321.6 km · driving distance
33h 55min estimated drive time
€264 - €325 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Cagliari from Palermo?

The distance from Cagliari to Palermo is 241.2 miles (388.1 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located ESE of Cagliari. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1442.6 miles, taking about 33h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cagliari and Palermo. 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 Cagliari to Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33h 55min €264 - €325 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~40h 42min $115–$216* Budget
Train ~32h 13min $173–$505* Comfort

Quick Facts

Cagliari
39.22°N, 9.12°E
Europe/Rome
4m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM