Edinburgh to Genoa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

958.7 miles 1542.8 km · straight line
1314.1 miles actual route 2114.8 km · driving distance
28h 16min estimated drive time
£199 - £245 estimated fuel cost
~2h 26min flight time
141° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Genoa?

The distance from Edinburgh to Genoa is 958.7 miles (1542.8 km) as the crow flies. Genoa is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1314.1 miles, taking about 28h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 26min. Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Genoa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 16min £199 - £245 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 55min $105–$197* Budget
Train ~36h 45min $158–$460* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Genoa

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 320 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 80 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM