How to travel from Florence to Sulmona

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Sulmona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Sulmona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, while a flight costs an average of €418.

Distance: 180 miles (290 km)

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6h 22m

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5h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Sulmona is a train with an average price of €56.

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

A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Sulmona costing on average €56.

A train is €363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Sulmona costing on average €418.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Sulmona is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Sulmona take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 9h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Sulmona including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Sulmona among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €56 compared to roughly €64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €9. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Florence to Sulmona

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

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

  • FlixBus
    6:10 AM8h29
    Florence
    2:39 PMSulmona
    €321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:10 AM8h29
    Florence
    2:39 PMSulmona
    €321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    6:10 AM8h29
    Florence
    2:39 PMSulmona
    €321One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    10:40 PM14h39
    Florence
    1:19 PMSulmona
    €351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Sulmona

Travel to Sulmona 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 Sulmona.

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There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Sulmona including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Sulmona is a train with an average price of €56.

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

A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Sulmona costing on average €56.

A train is €363 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Sulmona costing on average €418.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Sulmona is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 26m.

Other travel options to Sulmona take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 22m.

Bus takes on average 9h 37m.

The distance from Florence to Sulmona is approximately 180 miles (290 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Sulmona is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Sulmona 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 Sulmona:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Sulmona station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Sulmona, Ospedale.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Sulmona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity to go to Sulmona by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Sulmona by bus.
  • Travel with ITA, Eurowings, British Airways to go to Sulmona by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Sulmona with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 3 direct flights per day with ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Sulmona often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pescara, Naples, L'Aquila, Roccaraso. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sulmona and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sulmona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sulmona, you can explore the Pelino Confetti Museum, attend events and markets in Piazza Garibaldi, hike in the surrounding mountains, enjoy guided tours of historical sites, and participate in a confectionery-making workshop. Don't miss visiting the Sulmona Cathedral, the Acquedotto Medievale, the Hermitage of Sant'Onofrio al Morrone, and the Museo dell'Arte e della Tecnologia Confettiera for a complete experience.
To fully experience Sulmona's historic sites, local cuisine, and nearby natural attractions, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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