Genoa to Nice Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Genoa, Italy to Nice, France. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 106.8 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 21 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 11 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 106.8 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Genoa to Nice. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 28% longer than the 83 nm direct line, its heading turning from south to northwest. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 106.8 nm (197.8 km)
Direct line: 83.4 nm28% longer
Great-circle bearing: 240° (west-southwest)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 0.9° × 1.7°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Genoa (Italy) 44.4056, 8.9463
To: Nice (France) 43.6961, 7.2858
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	21 hours
8 kn	13 hours
10 kn	11 hours
12 kn	9 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Genoa to Nice Route

The maritime route from Genoa to Nice is a day-passage international passage connecting a working port with a cruise destination in the Mediterranean region. Mariners on this leg typically prepare for the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

This route runs within the same maritime region, connecting Genoa in Italy with Nice in France.

Navigation Tips

•On this day-passage international crossing in the Mediterranean region, prepare for the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west, particularly in peak season.
•For a day-passage route, plan fuel and provisioning around the Mediterranean region — calculate consumption with our tool.
•Verify port-entry requirements at both ends of this international route within the same maritime region before you depart.
•Check safety gear suited to Mediterranean conditions before a day-passage passage — life rafts, EPIRB, and current charts.
•Carry passports, vessel documents, and crew lists matched to this international route within the same maritime region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Genoa to Nice by sea?

The sea distance from Genoa to Nice is approximately 106.8 nautical miles — a day-passage passage in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Genoa to Nice?

A day-passage within the same maritime region crossing of 106.8 nautical miles typically takes 11 hours – 21 hours, depending on vessel and weather.

What's the best time to sail from Genoa to Nice?

The best time for this route in Mediterranean is May-October, when conditions are most favourable; expect the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west outside that window.

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