Driving from Rome to Nantes
Nantes lies 1,259 km (783 mi) north-west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 19 h 12 min without stops, over roughly 1,536 km (955 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rome | Nantes | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | France |
| Population | 2.3 million | 325,070 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
What changes when you arrive in Nantes
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 Nantes
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Staying in Nantes
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Common questions
How far is Nantes from Rome?
1,259 km (783 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rome; by road roughly 1,536 km (955 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Nantes by car?
About 19 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Nantes?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nantes?
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.