- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 31 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Florence will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Florence without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $168.
Distance: 291 miles (469 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$89 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price | $650 Average price | $212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg to Florence:
A bus is $229 (€187) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Florence costing on average $319 (€260).
A bus is $561 (€458) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Florence costing on average $650 (€531).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 33m.
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
Tickets start at around $89 (€73) compared to roughly $212 (€173) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $123 (€100). The journey takes 9h 40m versus 7h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Florence buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 13h30 | 7:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 14h45 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 15h10 | 9:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 14h00 | 1:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 14h25 | 1:30 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 15h35 | 3:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 13h50 | 5:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h40 | 6:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h25 | 9:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 13h15 | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 14h00 | 5:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h45 | 6:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Salzburg to Florence run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 291 miles (469 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 291 miles (469 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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