How to travel from Innsbruck to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Innsbruck to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a flight costs an average of $376.

Distance: 242 miles (390 km)

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$62

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$58

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$376

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$161

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6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

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6h 34m

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2h 15m

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5h 39m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Florence is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Florence costing on average $62.

A bus is $318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Florence costing on average $376.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Innsbruck and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Innsbruck to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $62 compared to roughly $161 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $98. The journey takes 6h 23m versus 5h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Innsbruck to Florence

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM7h15
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    3:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM7h15
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    3:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:25 PM7h10
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    8:35 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 85+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539
    1:30 PM10h20
    Innsbruck Hbf
    11:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1241One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 85+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3989+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9573
    1:30 PM9h44
    Innsbruck Hbf
    11:14 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1501One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 85+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9437
    1:30 PM8h09
    Innsbruck Hbf
    9:39 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:00 AM7h35
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    12:35 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:25 AM7h20
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    12:45 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:25 PM9h35
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    11:00 PMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesLH6351 · LH6331+Air DolomitiLH9500
    2:35 PM7h45
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:20 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $5061One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS106+Air DolomitiOS539
    2:35 PM7h20
    Innsbruck Airport
    9:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $9571One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesAZ5103 · AZ7553+ITAAZ1681
    2:35 PM8h10
    Innsbruck Airport
    10:45 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $12501One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Florence.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Innsbruck and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Florence is a bus with an average price of $58.

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

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Florence costing on average $62.

A bus is $318 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Florence costing on average $376.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 34m.

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

The distance from Innsbruck to Florence is approximately 242 miles (390 km).
The average frequency per day from Innsbruck to Florence is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Innsbruck Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brenner station and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Innsbruck to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Dolomiti to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Italo, ÖBB | Railjet, Frecciarossa, Regionale, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Innsbruck to Florence:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Innsbruck 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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