RV Road Trips from Rome: Tuscany, Pompeii, Amalfi and Beyond

Quick summary: RV and campervan road trips from Rome head in two directions. North, Florence is around three hours away and Pisa around four, with the Chianti wine route, Civita di Bagnoregio and Assisi along the way. South, Naples is around two hours, the gateway to Pompeii and Vesuvius, and the Amalfi Coast around three and a half hours. A campervan suits the narrow Amalfi roads better than a large motorhome, and access for larger vehicles can be restricted.

At a glance
FlorenceAround 3 hours north
PisaAround 4 hours north
NaplesAround 2 hours south
Amalfi CoastAround 3.5 hours south
Ostia AnticaClose to Fiumicino
ToursTuscany day trips

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Which RV routes go north from Rome?

DestinationTours
Civita di BagnoregioCivita di Bagnoregio tours
Tuscany and ChiantiTuscany day trips, Wine tasting tours
FlorenceFlorence day trips
PisaPisa day trips

For campervan routes once you reach Tuscany, see this Tuscany loop itinerary and this guide to visiting the Leaning Tower by campervan.

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Which RV routes go south from Rome?

DestinationTours
PompeiiPompeii day trips
VesuviusVesuvius tours
Amalfi CoastAmalfi Coast day trips
PositanoPositano day trips

Can you drive an RV on the Amalfi Coast?

The road is narrow and winding, and access for larger vehicles can be restricted, so check current rules. Many travelers park outside the area and use buses, ferries or tours.

What’s close to Rome?

Ostia Antica’s ancient port lies near Fiumicino. See Ostia Antica tours and outdoor adventure tours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Florence from Rome by RV?

Around three hours’ drive.

Can you drive an RV on the Amalfi Coast?

Access for larger vehicles can be restricted; check current rules.

How far is Naples from Rome?

Around two hours.

Is Ostia Antica near Rome?

Yes, close to Fiumicino.