Lyon to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Lyon from Rome, Italy?
The distance from Lyon to Rome, Italy is 465.5 miles (749.1 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located ESE of Lyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 615 miles, taking about 10h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Lyon is in France, 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. 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.
Coordinates come from public place data for Lyon 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 Lyon to Rome, Italy
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Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 155 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
- You could travel this distance about 53.5 times to circle the Earth's equator