Palermo to Rome, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Palermo from Rome, Italy?

The distance from Palermo to Rome, Italy is 265.6 miles (427.5 km) as the crow flies. Rome, Italy is located N of Palermo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 570.7 miles, taking about 10h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Palermo 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.