Palermo to Pisa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

417 miles 671.1 km · straight line
786.4 miles actual route 1265.6 km · driving distance
14h 15min estimated drive time
€144 - €177 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Palermo from Pisa?

The distance from Palermo to Pisa is 417 miles (671.1 km) as the crow flies. Pisa is located NNW of Palermo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 786.4 miles, taking about 14h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Palermo and Pisa. 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 Palermo to Pisa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 15min €144 - €177 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 6min $63–$118* Budget
Train ~13h 32min $94–$275* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
Pisa
43.72°N, 10.40°E
Europe/Rome
4m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 139 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 35 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 59.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM