Florence, Italy to Marbella: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Florence, Italy from Marbella?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Marbella is 986.7 miles (1587.9 km) as the crow flies. Marbella is located WSW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1184 miles, taking about 23h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 29min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Marbella 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 Marbella. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.