Driving from Rome to Siracusa
Siracusa lies 586 km (364 mi) south-east of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 56 min without stops, over roughly 715 km (444 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rome | Siracusa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 2.3 million | 121,605 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book car hire from Rome to Siracusa
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Staying in Siracusa
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Common questions
How far is Siracusa from Rome?
586 km (364 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Rome; by road roughly 715 km (444 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Siracusa by car?
About 8 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Siracusa?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.