Cardiff to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cardiff from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Cardiff to Rome, Italy is 991.2 miles (1595.2 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located SE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1338.1 miles, taking about 27h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 30min. Cardiff is in United Kingdom, 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. 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 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.