Cagliari to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.1 miles 412.2 km · straight line
887.5 miles actual route 1428.3 km · driving distance
23h 43min estimated drive time
€162 - €200 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Cagliari from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Cagliari to Rome, Italy is 256.1 miles (412.2 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located NE of Cagliari. By car, the driving distance is approximately 887.5 miles, taking about 23h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. 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 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 Cagliari to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 43min €162 - €200 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 28min $71–$133* Budget
Train ~22h 32min $107–$311* Comfort

Quick Facts

Cagliari
39.22°N, 9.12°E
Europe/Rome
4m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM