How to travel from Garda to Florence

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Garda to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garda to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, while a flight costs an average of $563.

Distance: 128 miles (206 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Garda to Florence

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

The cheapest way to travel from Garda to Florence is a train with an average price of $48 (€41).

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

A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Garda to Florence costing on average $65 (€55).

A train is $515 (€432) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Garda to Florence costing on average $563 (€472).

The fastest way to travel from Garda to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

Flight takes on average 5h 40m.

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

The journey is about 12m faster (2h 41m by train vs 2h 53m by car) and roughly $24 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($48 (€41) vs $72 (€61)). 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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How to get from Garda to Florence by train, bus or flight.

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

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  • RegionaleRegionale 16653+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8513
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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3845+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8529
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  • RegionaleRegionale 3843+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8525
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  • Marino Autolinee073 · 055
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Garda to Florence

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There are 3 options to travel between Garda and Florence including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Garda to Florence is a train with an average price of $48 (€41).

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

A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Garda to Florence costing on average $65 (€55).

A train is $515 (€432) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Garda to Florence costing on average $563 (€472).

The fastest way to travel from Garda to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 25m.

Flight takes on average 5h 40m.

The distance from Garda to Florence is approximately 128 miles (206 km).
The average frequency per day from Garda to Florence is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Garda and Florence as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Garda to Florence:
  • Trains mostly depart from Peschiera del Garda station and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Flights mostly depart from Verona Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Verona, Viale Andrea Palladio (Tamoil) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Garda to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, GoOpti to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti, BA Euroflyer, Vueling, British Airways, BA Cityflyer to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Garda to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Itabus, Busitalia, GoOpti.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Italo.
Omio customers who travel from Garda 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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