How to travel from Manchester to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Florence

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of lei1083 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei1083, while a flight costs an average of lei2552.

Distance: 907 miles (1461 km)

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lei2552

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lei1083

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lei1733

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5h 31m

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3h 31m

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35h 27m

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34h 57m

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19h 57m

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4.4 - 8.8kg

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1.5 - 3.7kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Florence is a bus with an average price of lei1083.

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

A bus is lei1469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Florence costing on average lei2552.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 35h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 16h 26m sooner (3h 31m by flight vs 19h 57m by car). Tickets start at around lei2552 compared to roughly lei1733 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Manchester to Florence

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM36h45
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    4:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei5091One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM36h45
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    4:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei5091One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:50 PM36h45
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    4:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei5091One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM37h40
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    4:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei5091One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:20 AM38h10
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    3:30 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei6741One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM38h31
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    3:30 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    lei7141One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester 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 Manchester to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Manchester and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Florence is a bus with an average price of lei1083.

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

A bus is lei1469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Florence costing on average lei2552.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 35h 27m.

The distance from Manchester to Florence is approximately 907 miles (1461 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Florence is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester 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 Manchester to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester 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 Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, KLM, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, ITA, British Airways, Ryanair to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Florence:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester 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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