How to travel from Berlin to Florence

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Compare bus and flight for Berlin to Florence

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $31.

Distance: 613 miles (987 km)

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Driving

$134

Average price

$119

Average price

Cheapest

$317

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

17h 27m

Average total duration

16h 57m

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30m

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13h 20m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

3.0 - 5.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.5kg

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Malta Air

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

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Florence is a bus with an average price of $119 (€96).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Florence costing on average $134 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 59m.

Bus takes on average 17h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berlin and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin to Florence among Omio's users.

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from Berlin to Florence

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM16h40
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    10:00 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 PM16h40
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    10:00 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 136
    12:20 PM1h45
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    2:05 PMBologna Airport
    $4291One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1007 · RJ 89+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9573
    10:37 AM12h37
    Berlin Hbf
    11:14 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $3391One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1005 · RJ 87+RegionaleRegionale 17851
    8:36 AM13h34
    Berlin Hbf
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $3611One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 505 · RJ 87+RegionaleRegionale 17851
    8:29 AM13h41
    Berlin Hbf
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $3611One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 AM20h25
    Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    6:00 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1471One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:40 AM20h05
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    3:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1481One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 PM20h15
    Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    7:35 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK1674 · SK2963
    10:05 AM8h35
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    6:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2141One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaAZ4705+Air DolomitiAZ7445
    8:50 AM3h50
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    12:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $3851One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1961 · LH1866+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4615+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9422
    6:20 AM8h51
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    3:11 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $4071One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Florence.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Berlin and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Florence is a bus with an average price of $119 (€96).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Florence costing on average $134 (€108).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 59m.

Bus takes on average 17h 27m.

The distance from Berlin to Florence is approximately 613 miles (987 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Florence is:
  • Around 60 flights per day.
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berlin to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Malta Air, KLM Cityhopper, Ryanair, Air Dolomiti, Volotea, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Helvetic Airways to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin 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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