Florence, Italy to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

405.8 miles 653 km · straight line
724.5 miles actual route 1166 km · driving distance
13h 11min estimated drive time
€133 - €163 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Palermo?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Palermo is 405.8 miles (653 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SSE of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 724.5 miles, taking about 13h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in Italy.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Florence, Italy and Palermo. 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 Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 11min €133 - €163 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 49min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~12h 31min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Palermo

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 135 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM