How to travel from Bordeaux to Florence

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Compare bus and flight for Bordeaux to Florence

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $106 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, while a flight costs an average of $199.

Distance: 589 miles (948 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Florence is a bus with an average price of $106 (€86).

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

A bus is $93 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Florence costing on average $199 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 24m.

Bus takes on average 19h 26m.

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

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from Bordeaux to Florence

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:20 PM21h50
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    10:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:20 PM21h50
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    10:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1141One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7437 · AF1266
    7:00 PM3h45
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    10:45 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2311One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:55 AM18h45
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    7:40 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1181One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:55 AM24h05
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    1:00 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $1231One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM23h45
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    3:55 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $1281One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU21929+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4705+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9426
    10:20 AM6h51
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    5:11 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1451One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU21929+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4633+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9428
    10:20 AM7h51
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    6:11 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1451One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU21929+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4635+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8524
    10:20 AM8h07
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    6:27 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1451One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Florence.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bordeaux and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Florence is a bus with an average price of $106 (€86).

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

A bus is $93 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Florence costing on average $199 (€161).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 2m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 24m.

Bus takes on average 19h 26m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Florence is approximately 589 miles (948 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Florence is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux 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, Air France, KLM Cityhopper, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Iberia to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bordeaux to Florence:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux 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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