Rome, Italy to Valencia, Spain: Road Trip Guide & Distance

694.3 miles 1117.4 km · straight line
1056.3 miles actual route 1699.9 km · driving distance
18h 17min estimated drive time
€193 - €238 estimated fuel cost
~1h 54min flight time
260° W bearing direction

How far is Rome, Italy from Valencia, Spain?

The distance from Rome, Italy to Valencia, Spain is 694.3 miles (1117.4 km) as the crow flies. Valencia, Spain is located W of Rome, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1056.3 miles, taking about 18h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Rome, Italy is in Italy, while Valencia, Spain is in Spain.

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. 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 Valencia, Spain. 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 Rome, Italy to Valencia, Spain

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 17min €193 - €238 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 56min $85–$158* Budget
Train ~23h 46min $127–$370* Comfort

Quick Facts

Rome, Italy
41.90°N, 12.50°E
Europe/Rome
21m elevation
Valencia, Spain
39.47°N, 0.38°W
Europe/Madrid
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 231 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 58 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 35.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM