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Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Bratislava
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Bratislava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $52, while a train costs an average of $261.
Distance: 413 miles (665 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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$90 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $261 Average price | $261 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 24m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Bratislava:
A flight is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Bratislava costing on average $90 (€72).
A flight is $209 (€169) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Bratislava costing on average $261 (€211).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 24m.
Train takes on average 14h 55m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€72) compared to roughly $261 (€211) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $172 (€139). The journey takes 13h 54m versus 9h 17m 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Florence to Bratislava
How to get from Florence to Bratislava by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Florence to Bratislava is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM15h45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:00 AMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$781One-way2 transfers
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM15h45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:00 AMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$781One-way2 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM14h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)8:30 AMBratislava, Bus Station Nivy$1161One-way1 transfer
Other options
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:05 AM18h50Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo7:55 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$901One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:30 AM18h25Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:55 PMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$1011One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 PM17h00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:15 AMBratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)$1031One-way2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Bratislava:
A flight is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Bratislava costing on average $90 (€72).
A flight is $209 (€169) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Bratislava costing on average $261 (€211).
Other travel options to Bratislava take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 24m.
Train takes on average 14h 55m.
- Around 35 buses per day.
- Around 2 trains per day.
- Around 1 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Bratislava as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Pisa International Airport and arrive in Bratislava M. R. Štefánik Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy.
- Travel with Buzz to go to Bratislava by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Bratislava by bus.
- Travel with Regionale, ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Bratislava by train.
- 1 direct flights per day with Buzz.
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