Split to Genoa Sea Distance Calculator

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

Distance: 963.4 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 8 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 4 days; 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: 963.4 nautical miles

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

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 194% longer than the 328 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southwest to northwest. It is an international crossing between two countries. Transiting the Strait of Messina.

Sea distance: 963.4 nm (1784.3 km)
Direct line: 328.2 nm194% longer
Great-circle bearing: 282° (west-northwest)
Sea area: Mediterranean Sea
Geographic extent: 6.5° × 10.0°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
Transits: Strait of Messina
From: Split (Croatia) 43.5081, 16.4402
To: Genoa (Italy) 44.4056, 8.9463
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	8 days
8 kn	5 days
10 kn	4 days
12 kn	3.3 days

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

Named transits are identified from the sea-lane waypoint path.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Split to Genoa Route

Linking Split and Genoa, this extended offshore international crossing connecting a working port with a cruise destination sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

The lane links Split (Croatia) and Genoa (Italy), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A extended offshore international passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.
•A extended offshore leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a extended offshore leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

Suggested Stops

On a long 963.4 nm passage from Split to Genoa, these ports make convenient places to break the journey, refuel, and rest.

Brindisi (Italy) · ≈189.6 nm in — View port details
Civitavecchia (Italy) · ≈773.6 nm in — View port details

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Split to Genoa by sea?

Approximately 963.4 nautical miles separate Split and Genoa by sea, making this a extended offshore leg in Mediterranean.

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

Expect about 4 days – 8 days for a extended offshore run of 963.4 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

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

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

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