Vienna, Austria → Rome, Italy · ✈ 1h 27min · 🚗 12h 25min
413 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southwest
The distance from Vienna to Rome is 764 km (475 miles). The fastest way to travel is by high-speed train. A high-speed train covers the distance in approximately 2h 44min.
The straight-line distance from Vienna, Austria to Rome, Italy is approximately 764 kilometers (475 miles or 413 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Rome is located southwest of Vienna. Vienna is in Europe, in the Vienna region of Austria, while Rome is in Europe, in Lazio, Italy. Both cities are in Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 764 km | ~1h 27min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~993 km | ~12h 25min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚄 High-Speed Train | ~879 km | ~2h 44min | Comfortable alternative to flying |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~917 km | ~7h 38min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: high-speed train is typically the best way to travel from Vienna to Rome. For 764 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 993 km, fuel costs for driving from Vienna to Rome are approximately $79–$149 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Vienna sits at 48.2082°N, 16.3738°E, while Rome is located at 41.9028°N, 12.4964°E. The initial compass bearing from Vienna to Rome is 205° (SSW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Vienna heading roughly SSW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 6.31° and the longitude difference is 3.88°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Vienna and Rome is approximately 45.0719°N, 14.3281°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 382 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Vienna and Rome share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Both cities use the same currency (Euro, EUR), so no exchange is needed. The primary local language shifts from German in Vienna to Italian in Rome. Learning a few basic phrases makes a noticeable difference at hotels, restaurants, and transit hubs.
Vienna is a major city in Austria with a population of approximately 1,911,191. Located in the Vienna region, it is an important hub in Europe. Vienna is a significant metropolitan area in Austria with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Rome is a notable city in Italy with a population of approximately 2,873,000. Situated in the Lazio region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Rome offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Italy.
764 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 764 km, the Vienna-Rome route is about 1.9% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 27min.
The straight-line distance from Vienna to Rome is approximately 764 kilometers (475 miles, 413 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 27min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 12h 25min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Rome is approximately Same timezone compared to Vienna.
The estimated road distance is approximately 993 km, which is about 30% longer than the 764 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.