Rome and Athens are about 1,051 km (653 miles) apart as the crow flies. The best way to travel between them is usually a direct flight. Here are your options.
Distance
1,051 km
In miles
653 mi
Best way
direct flight
Ways to get from Rome to Athens
FlightRecommended
~3.5h door-to-airport-to-door
Fastest for longer hops; book direct where possible.
Drive
~14h behind the wheel
Great for flexibility and stops, assumes a land route is available.
Times are estimates from straight-line distance to help you plan, always check live schedules and whether a land route exists before booking.
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Rome to Athens: questions
How far is Athens from Rome?+
Rome and Athens are about 1,051 km (653 miles) apart in a straight line. The actual travel distance by road or air will be a little longer.
How long is the flight from Rome to Athens?+
Allow about 3.5h door-to-airport-to-door in total. Actual flight time depends on the route and any connections; direct flights are quickest.
Can you travel overland from Rome to Athens?+
Yes, at roughly 1,051 km apart, a train, bus or drive is realistic where a land route exists, and often more scenic than flying.