Palermo to Venice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Palermo from Venice?

The distance from Palermo to Venice is 509 miles (819.1 km) as the crow flies. Venice is located N of Palermo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 881.8 miles, taking about 15h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 31min. 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Palermo and Venice. 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.