Florence, Italy to Rotterdam, Netherlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

644.5 miles 1037.3 km · straight line
854.7 miles actual route 1375.5 km · driving distance
14h 54min estimated drive time
€156 - €193 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Rotterdam, Netherlands?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Rotterdam, Netherlands is 644.5 miles (1037.3 km) as the crow flies. Rotterdam, Netherlands is located NNW of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 854.7 miles, taking about 14h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Rotterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands.

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 Rotterdam, Netherlands. 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 Rotterdam, Netherlands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 54min €156 - €193 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 53min $68–$128* Budget
Train ~19h 22min $103–$299* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Rotterdam, Netherlands

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Rotterdam, Netherlands
51.92°N, 4.48°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 215 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM