Milan to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Milan from Palermo?
The distance from Milan to Palermo is 551.2 miles (887 km) as the crow flies. Palermo is located SSE of Milan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 913.7 miles, taking about 16h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. 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. 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 Milan 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 Milan to Palermo
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 184 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
- You could travel this distance about 45.2 times to circle the Earth's equator