How to travel from Florence to Munich

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Munich

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. 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 train costs an average of $30, while a flight costs an average of $430.

Distance: 302 miles (487 km)

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Driving

$73

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$30

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$430

Average price

$190

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(fuel + tolls)

10h 54m

Average total duration

10h 24m

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30m

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8h 19m

Average total duration

7h 49m

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4h 28m

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2h 28m

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7h 28m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.5 - 2.9kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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ITA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Munich is a train with an average price of $29 (€24).

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

A train is $45 (€38) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Munich costing on average $73 (€61).

A train is $407 (€340) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Munich costing on average $435 (€364).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 14m.

Bus takes on average 10h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Munich among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $73 (€61) compared to roughly $190 (€159) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $117 (€98). The journey takes 10h 19m versus 7h 28m 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.

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from Florence to Munich

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus3596
    2:10 AM10h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:25 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus3596
    2:10 AM10h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:25 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $301One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH9437
    9:50 AM1h15
    Florence Peretola Airport
    11:05 AMMunich Airport
    $4931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3464+Deutsche BahnRJ 86
    4:32 AM11h52
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:24 PMMunich Ost
    $1131One-way
    2 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9400+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3466+Deutsche BahnRJ 86
    7:20 AM9h04
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:24 PMMunich Ost
    $1221One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3464+Deutsche BahnRJ 88
    4:32 AM9h52
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    2:24 PMMunich Ost
    $1311One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 AM8h50
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    9:45 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 AM9h15
    Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    9:45 AMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:15 AM10h00
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    12:15 PMMunich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 34221 · Regionale 20455+easyJetU22998
    6:30 AM10h20
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:50 PMMunich Airport
    $2381One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 34221 · Regionale 20455+ITALH5093
    6:30 AM11h45
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    6:15 PMMunich Airport
    $2481One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale 20485+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4167
    9:04 AM11h26
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    8:30 PMMunich Airport
    $2501One-way
    2 transfers

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How to get from Florence to Munich

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Florence to Munich, 82,30% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Florence to Munich and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Munich

Travel to Munich 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 Florence to Munich.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Munich including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Munich is a train with an average price of $30 (€25).

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

A train is $44 (€37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Munich costing on average $73 (€61).

A train is $401 (€335) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Munich costing on average $430 (€360).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Munich is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Munich take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 19m.

Bus takes on average 10h 54m.

The distance from Florence to Munich is approximately 302 miles (487 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Munich is:
  • Around 34 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Munich 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 Florence to Munich:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Munich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Munich Ost.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Munich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Munich by bus.
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti, Eurowings, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Vueling, Austrian Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa, Malta Air to go to Munich by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Munich by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Munich with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
  • 9 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Munich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Munich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Munich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Munich, you can visit the Hofbräuhaus for traditional Bavarian food and live music, explore BMW Welt for the latest BMW models and interactive experiences, and catch a game or admire the architecture at Allianz Arena. Discover history at the Munich Residenz, enjoy sports and views at Olympiapark, and marvel at the Glockenspiel show at Marienplatz. Wander through the opulent Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens, relax in the expansive English Garden, learn at the Deutsches Museum, and savor local delicacies at Viktualienmarkt.
To fully experience Munich's main attractions, such as Marienplatz, the English Garden, Nymphenburg Palace, and the BMW Museum, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
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