Florence, Italy to Glasgow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, Italy from Glasgow?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Glasgow is 1079.5 miles (1737.3 km) as the crow flies. Glasgow is located NW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1476.9 miles, taking about 30h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 40min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Glasgow is in United Kingdom.

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. 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 Florence, Italy and Glasgow. 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.