How to travel from London to Florence

There are 3 options to travel between London and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Florence is a flight with an average price of $79.

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

A flight is $124 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from London to Florence costing on average $202.

A flight is $358 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Florence costing on average $437.

The fastest way to travel from London to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 44m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 37m.

Bus takes on average 29h 7m.

The distance from London to Florence is approximately 751 miles (1209 km).

The average frequency per day from London to Florence is:

• Around 96 flights per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London 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 London to Florence:

• Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Vueling, Ryanair, Malta Air, BA Cityflyer, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss, Air France, ITA, Air Dolomiti, easyJet to go to Florence by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Florence by bus.
• Travel with Eurostar to go to Florence by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Florence:

• 11 direct flights per day with Vueling, Ryanair, Malta Air, BA Cityflyer, British Airways.

Omio customers who travel from London 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.