Leipzig to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

915 miles 1472.5 km · straight line
1392.7 miles actual route 2241.4 km · driving distance
24h 5min estimated drive time
€240 - €296 estimated fuel cost
~2h 20min flight time
177° S bearing direction

How far is Leipzig from Palermo?

The distance from Leipzig to Palermo is 915 miles (1472.5 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located S of Leipzig. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1392.7 miles, taking about 24h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 20min. Leipzig is in Germany, while Palermo 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 Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 5min €240 - €296 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 54min $111–$209* Budget
Train ~31h 19min $167–$487* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leipzig & Palermo

Quick Facts

Leipzig
51.34°N, 12.37°E
Europe/Berlin
113m elevation
Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 305 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM