Cardiff to Genoa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

742.6 miles 1195.1 km · straight line
1022.5 miles actual route 1645.5 km · driving distance
22h 46min estimated drive time
£155 - £191 estimated fuel cost
~2h 0min flight time
126° SE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Genoa?

The distance from Cardiff to Genoa is 742.6 miles (1195.1 km) as the crow flies. Genoa is located SE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1022.5 miles, taking about 22h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Cardiff is in United Kingdom, while Genoa 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. 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. 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 Cardiff and Genoa. 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 Cardiff to Genoa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 46min £155 - £191 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 19min $82–$153* Budget
Train ~29h 36min $123–$358* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Genoa

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Genoa
44.41°N, 8.95°E
Europe/Rome
20m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 248 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 62 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM