Cinque Terre to Venice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.6 miles 255.3 km · straight line
241.4 miles actual route 388.5 km · driving distance
4h 30min estimated drive time
€44 - €54 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Cinque Terre from Venice?

The distance from Cinque Terre to Venice is 158.6 miles (255.3 km) as the crow flies. Venice is located NE of Cinque Terre. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.4 miles, taking about 4h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in Italy.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cinque Terre and Venice. 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 Cinque Terre to Venice

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 30min €44 - €54 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 24min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 17min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cinque Terre & Venice

Quick Facts

Cinque Terre
44.15°N, 9.64°E
Europe/Rome
0m elevation
Venice
45.44°N, 12.32°E
Europe/Rome
1m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 157 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM