Krakow to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

667 miles 1073.4 km · straight line
979.5 miles actual route 1576.3 km · driving distance
16h 28min estimated drive time
PLN 666 - PLN 820 estimated fuel cost
~1h 51min flight time
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Krakow from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Krakow to Rome, Italy is 667 miles (1073.4 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located SW of Krakow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 979.5 miles, taking about 16h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Krakow is in Poland, 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. 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 Krakow 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 Krakow to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 28min PLN 666 - PLN 820 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 46min $78–$147* Budget
Train ~21h 24min $118–$343* Comfort

Quick Facts

Krakow
50.06°N, 19.95°E
Europe/Warsaw
219m 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 222 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 56 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM