Edinburgh to Naples, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1307.4 miles 2104 km · straight line
1752.5 miles actual route 2820.3 km · driving distance
35h 16min estimated drive time
£266 - £327 estimated fuel cost
~3h 8min flight time
136° SE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Naples, Italy?

The distance from Edinburgh to Naples, Italy is 1307.4 miles (2104 km) as the crow flies. Naples, Italy is located SE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1752.5 miles, taking about 35h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 8min. Edinburgh is in United Kingdom, while Naples, 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 Edinburgh and Naples, 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 Edinburgh to Naples, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 16min £266 - £327 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~42h 19min $140–$263* Budget
Train ~45h 51min $210–$613* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Naples, Italy

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Naples, Italy
40.85°N, 14.27°E
Europe/Rome
17m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 436 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 109 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM