Driving from Rome to Nice
Nice lies 473 km (294 mi) north-west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 7 h 13 min without stops, over roughly 577 km (358 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rome | Nice | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | France |
| Population | 2.3 million | 342,669 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
What changes when you arrive in Nice
Crossing from Italy into France: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book car hire from Rome to Nice
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Staying in Nice
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Book a hotel in Nice
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Common questions
How far is Nice from Rome?
473 km (294 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rome; by road roughly 577 km (358 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Nice by car?
About 7 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Nice?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nice?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.