Distance from London to Rome
1,434 km (891 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
1,434 km
Kilometers
891 miles
Miles
~2h 11m
Est. Flight
1h
Time Difference
London
UKRome
ItalyThe distance between London and Rome is roughly equivalent to 4 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
London is known for Big Ben and Tower of London, while Rome is famous for Colosseum and Vatican City.
In terms of city area, London is 1.2x larger than Rome. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is London from Rome?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to Rome is 1,434 km (891 miles).
How long is the flight from London to Rome?
A direct flight would take approximately 2h 11m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is London bigger than Rome?
London is larger at 1,572 km², compared to 1,285 km².