Marrakech to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1286.5 miles 2070.4 km · straight line
2088.7 miles actual route 3361.5 km · driving distance
37h 4min estimated drive time
MAD 3059 - MAD 3765 estimated fuel cost
~3h 5min flight time
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Marrakech from Palermo?

The distance from Marrakech to Palermo is 1286.5 miles (2070.4 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located ENE of Marrakech. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2088.7 miles, taking about 37h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 5min. Marrakech is in Morocco, 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 Marrakech 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 Marrakech to Palermo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 37h 4min MAD 3059 - MAD 3765 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~44h 29min $167–$313* Budget
Train ~48h 11min $251–$731* Comfort

Quick Facts

Marrakech
31.63°N, 7.98°W
Africa/Casablanca
466m 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 429 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 107 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM