Florence, Italy to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance
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
Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Palermo
- 1144 mi
Quick Facts
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