Florence, Italy to London, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

751.2 miles 1208.9 km · straight line
973.1 miles actual route 1566 km · driving distance
17h 10min estimated drive time
€178 - €219 estimated fuel cost
~2h 1min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from London, United Kingdom?

The distance from Florence, Italy to London, United Kingdom is 751.2 miles (1208.9 km) as the crow flies. London, United Kingdom is located NW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 973.1 miles, taking about 17h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while London, United Kingdom 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 London, United Kingdom. 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 London, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 10min €178 - €219 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 36min $78–$146* Budget
Train ~22h 19min $117–$341* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & London, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 250 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM