How to travel from Lisbon to Florence

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Compare bus and flight for Lisbon to Florence

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $188 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.8 - 4.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $188, while a flight costs an average of $496.

Distance: 1111 miles (1789 km)

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$496

Average price

$188

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$641

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6h 16m

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4h 16m

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36h 44m

Average total duration

36h 14m

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22h 4m

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5.4 - 10.7kg

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1.8 - 4.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Florence is a bus with an average price of $188.

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

A bus is $309 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Florence costing on average $496.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lisbon and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Lisbon to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 17h 48m sooner (4h 16m by flight vs 22h 4m by car) and save roughly $145 compared to fuel and tolls ($496 vs $641). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Lisbon to Florence

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • VuelingVY8463 · VY6001
    9:15 PM10h15
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:30 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • VuelingVY8463 · VY6001
    9:15 PM10h15
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:30 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 790
    10:05 AM2h50
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    1:55 PMBologna Airport
    $5021One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:35 PM37h50
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    11:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $2571One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 AM34h25
    Lisboa, Gare Oriente
    9:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $2691One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:15 PM42h10
    Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios
    11:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $2711One-way
    3 transfers
  • VuelingVY8459 · VY6001
    7:05 PM12h25
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    8:30 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2531One-way
    1 transfer
  • TAP PortugalTP876
    1:50 PM3h10
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    6:00 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2661One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY8463 · VY6003
    9:15 PM14h20
    Humberto Delgado Airport
    12:35 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2831One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Florence.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lisbon and Florence including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lisbon to Florence is a bus with an average price of $188.

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

A bus is $309 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lisbon to Florence costing on average $496.

The fastest way to travel from Lisbon to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 36h 44m.

The distance from Lisbon to Florence is approximately 1111 miles (1789 km).
The average frequency per day from Lisbon to Florence is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Humberto Delgado Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lisboa, Gare Oriente and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lisbon to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, TAP Portugal, Vueling, Swiss, Ryanair, Air France, Air Baltic, Iberia, Lufthansa, KLM, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Europa, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Luxair, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lisbon to Florence:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, TAP Portugal, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Lisbon 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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