How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Florence

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Compare bus and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Florence

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $141.

Distance: 454 miles (732 km)

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$256

Average price

$91

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$289

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4h 44m

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2h 44m

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21h 16m

Average total duration

20h 46m

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10h 36m

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2.2 - 4.4kg

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is a bus with an average price of $91 (€73).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Florence:

A bus is $165 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Florence costing on average $256 (€206).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 38m.

Bus takes on average 21h 16m.

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

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from Frankfurt am Main to Florence

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Florence by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM16h40
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    10:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM16h40
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    10:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiEN8858
    4:50 PM1h40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    6:30 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $4261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 PM18h35
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    9:05 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1331One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:30 AM16h05
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    12:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 PM16h20
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    6:00 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1341One-way
    1 transfer
  • easyJetU22993+RegionaleRegionale 83111 · Regionale Veloce 4135 · Regionale Veloce 4110
    3:40 PM8h10
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2141One-way
    3 transfers
  • easyJetU22993+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9592+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4661
    3:40 PM6h06
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    9:46 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2781One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU22993+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9674+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4673
    3:40 PM7h40
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    11:20 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2781One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Florence.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is a bus with an average price of $91 (€73).

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Florence:

A bus is $165 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Florence costing on average $256 (€206).

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 38m.

Bus takes on average 21h 16m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is approximately 454 miles (732 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Florence is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 23 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, ITA, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Intercity to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main 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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