Florence, Italy to Krakow: Road Trip Guide & Distance

597 miles 960.8 km · straight line
814.7 miles actual route 1311.1 km · driving distance
13h 50min estimated drive time
€149 - €184 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
40° NE bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Krakow?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Krakow is 597 miles (960.8 km) as the crow flies. Krakow is located NE of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 814.7 miles, taking about 13h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Krakow is in Poland.

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 Florence, Italy and Krakow. 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 Florence, Italy to Krakow

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 50min €149 - €184 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 36min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~17h 59min $98–$285* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Krakow

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Krakow
50.06°N, 19.95°E
Europe/Warsaw
219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM