Gothenburg to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1092.3 miles 1757.9 km · straight line
1513.8 miles actual route 2436.3 km · driving distance
25h 19min estimated drive time
SEK 2850 - SEK 3508 estimated fuel cost
~2h 42min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Gothenburg from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Gothenburg to Rome, Italy is 1092.3 miles (1757.9 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located S of Gothenburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1513.8 miles, taking about 25h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 42min. Gothenburg is in Sweden, while Rome, Italy is 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Gothenburg and Rome, Italy. 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 Gothenburg to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 25h 19min SEK 2850 - SEK 3508 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~30h 23min $121–$227* Budget
Train ~32h 55min $182–$530* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gothenburg & Rome, Italy

Quick Facts

Gothenburg
57.71°N, 11.97°E
Europe/Stockholm
12m elevation
Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 364 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 91 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM