How to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 74, while a flight costs an average of CHF 537.

Distance: 334 miles (539 km)

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Driving

CHF 158

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CHF 74

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CHF 537

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CHF 186

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7h 47m

Average total duration

7h 17m

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12h 25m

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11h 55m

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4h 41m

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2h 41m

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8h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

Compare the available ways to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is a bus with an average price of CHF 74.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:

A bus is CHF 84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average CHF 158.

A bus is CHF 463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average CHF 537.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 47m.

Bus takes on average 12h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 43m faster (7h 17m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly CHF 29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 158 vs CHF 186). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

How to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingVY1085 · VY6076
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 151+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9551
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 173+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9567
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 65+IntercityIntercity 599
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 6 · ICE 918+Air DolomitiEN316
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 6 · ICE 918+Air DolomitiLH9498
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 8 · ICE 1012+Air DolomitiLH9498
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is a bus with an average price of CHF 74.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:

A bus is CHF 84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average CHF 158.

A bus is CHF 463 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average CHF 537.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 47m.

Bus takes on average 12h 25m.

The distance from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is approximately 334 miles (539 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, Vueling, Air Dolomiti, Air France, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Edelweiss Air, Volotea to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, SBB, Italo to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:
  • 1 direct flights per day with ITA, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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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