Florence, Italy to Ghent: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, Italy from Ghent?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Ghent is 613.8 miles (987.8 km) as the crow flies. Ghent is located NNW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 736.6 miles, taking about 14h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Ghent is in Belgium.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, Italy and Ghent. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.