Genoa to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Genoa from Palermo?
The distance from Genoa to Palermo is 491.2 miles (790.5 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SSE of Genoa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 866.5 miles, taking about 15h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. 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. 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 Genoa 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 Genoa to Palermo
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 164 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
- You could travel this distance about 50.7 times to circle the Earth's equator