Lucca to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

422.8 miles 680.4 km · straight line
772.7 miles actual route 1243.5 km · driving distance
13h 56min estimated drive time
€141 - €174 estimated fuel cost
~1h 21min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Lucca from Palermo?

The distance from Lucca to Palermo is 422.8 miles (680.4 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SSE of Lucca. By car, the driving distance is approximately 772.7 miles, taking about 13h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lucca 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 Lucca to Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 56min €141 - €174 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 43min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~13h 14min $93–$270* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Lucca & Palermo

Quick Facts

Lucca
43.84°N, 10.50°E
Europe/Rome
19m 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 141 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 58.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM