Milan to Palermo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

551.2 miles 887 km · straight line
913.7 miles actual route 1470.4 km · driving distance
16h 9min estimated drive time
€167 - €206 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16h 9min €167 - €206 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 23min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~21h 0min $110–$320* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milan & Palermo

Quick Facts

Milan
45.46°N, 9.19°E
Europe/Rome
120m 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 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
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM