How to travel from Bern to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $100 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $100, while a flight costs an average of $233.

Distance: 287 miles (462 km)

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Driving

$146

Average price

$100

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Cheapest

$233

Average price

$231

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

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30m

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11h 17m

Average total duration

10h 47m

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3h 10m

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1h 10m

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2h 0m

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7h 17m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Helvetic Airways

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Florence is a bus with an average price of $100.

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

A bus is $46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Florence costing on average $146.

A bus is $133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Florence costing on average $233.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 36m.

Bus takes on average 11h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bern and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to FlorenceĀ among Omio's users.

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from Bern to Florence

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    5:45 AM12h20
    Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld
    6:05 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1371One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    5:45 AM12h20
    Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld
    6:05 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1371One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 63+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9547
    11:34 AM5h30
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    5:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1861One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 65+IntercityIntercity 599
    1:34 PM7h48
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    9:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1621One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 61+IntercityIntercity 597
    7:34 AM9h53
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    5:27 PMFlorence Rifredi
    $1621One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 65+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9555
    1:34 PM5h30
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    7:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1861One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6261 Ā· VY6029
    1:20 PM8h00
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:20 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $3421One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 1 705 | 705 Ā· IR 75 2109 | 2109+Austrian AirlinesOS142+Air DolomitiOS539
    6:31 AM15h24
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    9:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $6761One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBIC 901 | 901 Ā· IR 75 2111 | 2111+Austrian AirlinesOS144+Air DolomitiOS539
    7:31 AM14h24
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    9:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $6761One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bern 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 Bern to Florence.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bern and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Florence is a bus with an average price of $100.

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

A bus is $46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Florence costing on average $146.

A bus is $133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Florence costing on average $233.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 36m.

Bus takes on average 11h 17m.

The distance from Bern to Florence is approximately 287 miles (462 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Florence is:
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bern 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 Bern to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bern to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio.
Omio customers who travel from Bern 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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