Lyon to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lyon from Palermo?

The distance from Lyon to Palermo is 685.7 miles (1103.5 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1170.1 miles, taking about 20h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 53min. Lyon is in France, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Lyon 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.