La Spezia to Lake Garda: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.3 miles 184 km · straight line
156.5 miles actual route 251.9 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
€29 - €35 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is La Spezia from Lake Garda?

The distance from La Spezia to Lake Garda is 114.3 miles (184 km) as the crow flies. Lake Garda is located NNE of La Spezia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.5 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in Italy.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for La Spezia and Lake Garda. 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 La Spezia to Lake Garda

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min €29 - €35 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $13–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $19–$55* Comfort

Quick Facts

La Spezia
44.10°N, 9.82°E
Europe/Rome
3m elevation
Lake Garda
45.65°N, 10.65°E
Europe/Rome
65m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 217.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM