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

908.2 miles 1461.6 km · straight line
1273.2 miles actual route 2049 km · driving distance
27h 2min estimated drive time
€233 - €287 estimated fuel cost
~2h 20min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

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

The distance from Florence, Italy to Manchester, United Kingdom is 908.2 miles (1461.6 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, United Kingdom is located NW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1273.2 miles, taking about 27h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 20min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 2min €233 - €287 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 26min $102–$191* Budget
Train ~35h 9min $153–$446* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Manchester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 303 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM