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Distance from Bologna to Rome

Straight line

304 km
189 mi · 164 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 53 min

Direction

SSE 161°
initial bearing

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How far is Bologna from Rome?

Bologna (Italy) and Rome (Italy) are a medium distance apart: 304 km in a straight line, that is 189 miles or 164 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bologna, Rome lies to the south (initial bearing 161°). Both cities are in Italy. The halfway point is at 43.1944°, 11.9375°.

A direct flight would take about 53 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bologna from Rome?

The straight-line distance between Bologna and Rome is 304 km (189 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Rome from Bologna?

Rome is to the south of Bologna, at an initial bearing of 161°.

How long is the flight from Bologna to Rome?

A direct flight would take about 53 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.