Florence, Italy to Malaga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

957.2 miles 1540.5 km · straight line
1265 miles actual route 2035.9 km · driving distance
22h 16min estimated drive time
€232 - €285 estimated fuel cost
~2h 26min flight time
245° WSW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Malaga?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Malaga is 957.2 miles (1540.5 km) as the crow flies. Malaga is located WSW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1265 miles, taking about 22h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 26min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Malaga is in Spain.

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 Malaga. 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 Malaga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 16min €232 - €285 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 43min $101–$190* Budget
Train ~28h 57min $152–$443* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Malaga

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Malaga
36.72°N, 4.42°W
Europe/Madrid
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 319 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 80 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 26 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM