Rome, Italy to Tel Aviv: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Rome, Italy from Tel Aviv?

The distance from Rome, Italy to Tel Aviv is 1398.4 miles (2250.5 km) as the crow flies. Tel Aviv is located ESE of Rome, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2398.6 miles, taking about 40h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 19min. Rome, Italy is in Italy, while Tel Aviv is in Israel.

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 Rome, Italy and Tel Aviv. 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.