How to travel from Florence to Vienna

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Compare bus and flight for Florence to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, while a flight costs an average of $499.

Distance: 393 miles (633 km)

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Driving

$499

Average price

$27

Average price

Cheapest

$92

Average price

$237

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 48m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

10h 49m

Average total duration

10h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 50m

Average total duration

13h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.9 - 3.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Air Dolomiti

Most popular airline

ÖBB | Railjet

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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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 Vienna is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

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

A train is $64 (€54) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Vienna costing on average $92 (€77).

A train is $472 (€396) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Vienna costing on average $499 (€419).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 49m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Vienna including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 55m sooner (2h 48m by flight vs 8h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $499 (€419) compared to roughly $237 (€199) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Florence to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 4770
    8:35 PM1h20
    Bologna Airport
    9:55 PMVienna International Airport
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 4770
    8:35 PM1h20
    Bologna Airport
    9:55 PMVienna International Airport
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 4770
    8:35 PM1h20
    Bologna Airport
    9:55 PMVienna International Airport
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 86+ÖBBRJX13479
    4:32 AM15h00
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    7:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $1001One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3466+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 82
    6:03 AM18h00
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    12:03 AMVienna Hbf
    $1001One-way
    5 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3466+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 82
    6:03 AM17h29
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    11:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $1061One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 PM12h40
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    9:05 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 PM13h00
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    9:25 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:50 PM16h40
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $851One-way
    1 transfer
  • RyanairFR 4768
    4:10 PM1h20
    Bologna Airport
    5:30 PMVienna International Airport
    $1151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesAZ7562
    7:00 AM1h20
    Florence Peretola Airport
    8:20 AMVienna International Airport
    $3821One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesAZ7558
    2:50 PM1h20
    Florence Peretola Airport
    4:10 PMVienna International Airport
    $3821One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Florence to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Florence to Vienna, 69,77% 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 Vienna 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.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Florence to Vienna. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Vienna

Travel to Vienna 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 Vienna.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Florence and Vienna including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Vienna is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

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

A train is $64 (€54) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Vienna costing on average $92 (€77).

A train is $472 (€396) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Vienna costing on average $499 (€419).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 49m.

Bus takes on average 13h 50m.

The distance from Florence to Vienna is approximately 393 miles (633 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Vienna is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Vienna 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 Florence to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, ITA, TAP Portugal, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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