Nice to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293.2 miles 471.8 km · straight line
431.8 miles actual route 694.9 km · driving distance
7h 39min estimated drive time
€77 - €95 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
113° ESE bearing direction

How far is Nice from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Nice to Rome, Italy is 293.2 miles (471.8 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located ESE of Nice. By car, the driving distance is approximately 431.8 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Nice is in France, while Rome, Italy is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Nice 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 Nice to Rome, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 39min €77 - €95 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 11min $35–$65* Budget
Train ~7h 16min $52–$151* Comfort

Quick Facts

Nice
43.71°N, 7.26°E
Europe/Paris
10m elevation
Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM