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 $77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. 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 $77, while a flight costs an average of $189.

Distance: 334 miles (539 km)

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$166

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$77

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$189

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$233

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(fuel + tolls)

8h 11m

Average total duration

7h 41m

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12h 2m

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11h 32m

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2h 14m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is a bus with an average price of $77.

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

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average $166.

A bus is $112 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average $189.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 11m.

Bus takes on average 12h 2m.

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 FlorenceĀ among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 19m faster (7h 41m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly $67 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($166 vs $233). 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 Ā· FlixBus
    1:30 AM14h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    3:30 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $831One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    1:30 AM14h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    3:30 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $831One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • VuelingVY6261 Ā· VY6005
    1:20 PM4h35
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    5:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2181One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 173+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9567
    3:04 PM7h00
    Basel SBB
    10:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1721One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 151+IntercityIntercity 599
    11:07 AM10h15
    Basel SBB
    9:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1851One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 151+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9551
    11:07 AM6h57
    Basel SBB
    6:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    5:50 AM14h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    7:50 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $841One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    7:15 AM13h45
    Freiburg, ZOB
    9:00 PMFlorence, Guidoni Tram T2
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    7:15 AM13h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    8:15 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $901One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6035 Ā· VY6001
    10:00 PM10h25
    Strasbourg Airport
    8:25 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $1771One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6035 Ā· VY6003
    10:00 PM15h15
    Strasbourg Airport
    1:15 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2101One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY6261 Ā· VY6029
    1:20 PM8h00
    EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    9:20 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer

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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 $77.

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

A bus is $89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average $166.

A bus is $112 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average $189.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 11m.

Bus takes on average 12h 2m.

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 42 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 6 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 FlixBus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways, ITA, Air France to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways, ITA.
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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