Drive Distance: Rome to New York City
Estimated driving distance and time from Rome to New York City. Road distance approximated from straight-line distance.
Rome to New York City driving overview
Driving from Rome to New York City covers an estimated 9,327 km (5,796 miles) by road, roughly 35% further than the 6,909 km straight-line distance between the two, since highways rarely run in a perfectly direct line. At an average highway speed of 80 km/h, the trip takes approximately 116h 35m.
Based on typical fuel consumption and prices, budget around €839 in fuel for the one-way trip — actual cost depends on your vehicle and current fuel prices, so check our cost of driving tool for a fuller breakdown including tolls. Plan for extra time beyond the base estimate for rest stops, traffic and any border crossings along the way.
For a 9,327 km route like this, flying tends to be the most practical option once airport time is factored in. Compare the two side by side on our drive vs fly tool, check the straight-line and flight-time figures on our distance calculator, or see which towns fall along the way with cities on the way for Rome to New York City.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Rome from New York City by car?
The estimated driving distance from Rome to New York City is approximately 9,327 km (5,796 miles) by road, which is about 35% longer than the 6,909 km straight-line distance between the two.
How long is the drive from Rome to New York City?
Driving from Rome to New York City takes approximately 116h 35m at an average speed of 80 km/h, before accounting for traffic, rest stops or border crossings.
How many km or miles is it from Rome to New York City by road?
By road it is approximately 9,327 km, or 5,796 miles, from Rome to New York City.
How much does it cost to drive from Rome to New York City?
Based on average fuel consumption and prices, the estimated fuel cost for the 9,327 km trip is approximately €839. Actual costs depend on your vehicle and current fuel prices — see our cost of driving tool for a fuller breakdown including tolls.
Is it faster to fly or drive from Rome to New York City?
The flight time is 9h 5m vs driving 116h 35m. For this route, flying is usually the more practical choice once airport time and door-to-door convenience are factored in.
How is the drive distance from Rome to New York City estimated?
Drive distance is estimated from the great-circle (straight-line) distance between Rome and New York City, adjusted for typical road routing, then converted to a driving time using an average highway speed of 80 km/h. It is an estimate, not a turn-by-turn route.