Palermo to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

713.5 miles 1148.3 km · straight line
1252.6 miles actual route 2015.8 km · driving distance
21h 47min estimated drive time
€229 - €282 estimated fuel cost
~1h 56min flight time
11° NNE bearing direction

How far is Palermo from Vienna?

The distance from Palermo to Vienna is 713.5 miles (1148.3 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located NNE of Palermo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1252.6 miles, taking about 21h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 56min. Palermo is in Italy, while Vienna is in Austria.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Vienna. 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 Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 47min €229 - €282 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 8min $100–$188* Budget
Train ~28h 19min $150–$438* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Palermo & Vienna

Quick Facts

Palermo
38.12°N, 13.36°E
Europe/Rome
14m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 238 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 59 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 34.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM