How to travel from Avignon to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Avignon to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, while a flight costs an average of $311.

Distance: 321 miles (517 km)

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$57

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$111

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$311

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$233

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10h 43m

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10h 13m

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12h 36m

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5h 24m

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7h 50m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.5 - 3.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Florence is a bus with an average price of $82.

This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Florence:

A bus is $103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Florence costing on average $185.

A bus is $243 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Florence costing on average $325.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Avignon and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Avignon to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $325 compared to roughly $233 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-91.98. The journey takes 9h 52m versus 7h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Avignon to Florence

How to get from Avignon to Florence by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Avignon to Florence is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 PM16h55
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    8:30 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $791One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:35 PM16h55
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    8:30 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $791One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TER17703+ITAAZ1681 · AZ337
    2:51 PM7h49
    Avignon Centre
    10:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2021One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:25 AM18h35
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    9:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 AM19h30
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    4:15 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM16h40
    Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle)
    3:55 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $951One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!879539+VuelingVY1509 · VY6005
    12:52 PM10h03
    Avignon Centre
    10:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $1411One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!879533+VuelingVY1509 · VY6005
    11:53 AM11h02
    Avignon Centre
    10:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $1411One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!886565+VuelingVY1509 · VY6005
    11:16 AM11h39
    Avignon Centre
    10:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $1411One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Avignon to Florence

Travel to Florence easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Avignon to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Avignon and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Avignon to Florence is a bus with an average price of $82.

This is compared to other travel options from Avignon to Florence:

A bus is $103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Avignon to Florence costing on average $185.

A bus is $243 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Florence costing on average $325.

The fastest way to travel from Avignon to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 22m.

Bus takes on average 13h 25m.

The distance from Avignon to Florence is approximately 321 miles (517 km).
The average frequency per day from Avignon to Florence is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Avignon and Florence as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Avignon to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Montpellier Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Avignon TGV and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Avignon to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Volotea to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Intercity, ZOU!, Frecciargento, Trenitalia to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Avignon to Florence:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Avignon to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Milan, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Florence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Florence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city's skyline, visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market. Don't miss the iconic Florence Cathedral with its stunning dome, the Uffizi Gallery for masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio for its historic charm. Visit Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress-palace, and the elegant Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
To fully experience Florence, plan for at least 3 to 4 days to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including must-sees like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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