How to travel from Stuttgart to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Florence

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, while a flight costs an average of $533.

Distance: 360 miles (580 km)

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$101

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$533

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$27

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$158

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13h 57m

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13h 27m

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4h 57m

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2h 57m

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11h 37m

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11h 7m

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9h 12m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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1.7 - 3.5kg

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KLM

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Florence is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

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

A train is $74 (€62) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Florence costing on average $101 (€85).

A train is $506 (€424) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Florence costing on average $533 (€446).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $101 (€85) compared to roughly $158 (€132) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $57 (€48). The journey takes 13h 27m versus 9h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Stuttgart to Florence

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM15h25
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    7:35 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM15h25
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    7:35 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2153+Air DolomitiLH9436
    6:10 AM3h00
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:10 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $8681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:10 AM20h50
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    1:00 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $1371One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM19h00
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    5:50 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $1791One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2882+RegionaleRegionale 20653 · Regionale Veloce 4104
    6:10 AM12h38
    Stuttgart Airport
    6:48 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2051One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2882+RegionaleRegionale 20621 · Regionale 4100
    6:10 AM8h40
    Stuttgart Airport
    2:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2071One-way
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2882+RegionaleRegionale 20481+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9514
    6:10 AM6h36
    Stuttgart Airport
    12:46 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2421One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Florence is a train with an average price of $27 (€23).

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

A train is $74 (€62) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stuttgart to Florence costing on average $101 (€85).

A train is $506 (€424) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Florence costing on average $533 (€446).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 57m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 57m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Florence is approximately 360 miles (580 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Florence is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Helvetic Airways, Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, ITA, Edelweiss Air to go to Florence by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Railjet to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Florence:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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