How to get to Florence from Freiburg im Breisgau

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Compare train, coach and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, while a flight costs an average of £483.

Distance: 539 km

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£142

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£483

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£168

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7h 47m

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7h 17m

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12h 25m

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2h 41m

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8h 0m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

Compare the available ways to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is a coach with an average price of £67.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:

A coach is £76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average £142.

A coach is £417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average £483.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 47m.

Coach takes on average 12h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 43m faster (7h 17m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly £26 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£142 vs £168). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence

How to get to Florence from Freiburg im Breisgau by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Florence by train

The most popular day trips by train from Florence are Pisa, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano and Bologna. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Florence on Omio.

A view of Pisa

Day trip from Florence to Pisa by train

Why visit Pisa for the day?

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.

A view of Siena

Day trip from Florence to Siena by train

Why visit Siena for the day?

Siena is a medieval Tuscan city known for the Piazza del Campo, the Palio and its striped Duomo. Its steep lanes, Gothic buildings and strong civic traditions give it a more austere character than many larger Italian cities.

A view of Lucca

Day trip from Florence to Lucca by train

Why visit Lucca for the day?

Lucca is known for its complete Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches and handsome historic squares. Its compact old centre feels calm and distinctly Tuscan, with medieval streets and a strong local character.

A view of San Gimignano

Day trip from Florence to San Gimignano by train

Why visit San Gimignano for the day?

San Gimignano is a Tuscan hill town best known for its medieval towers and remarkably preserved historic centre. Stone streets, fortified walls and views over the surrounding countryside give it a striking, self-contained character.

A view of Bologna

Day trip from Florence to Bologna by train

Why visit Bologna for the day?

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.

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FAQs: Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is a coach with an average price of £67.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:

A coach is £76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average £142.

A coach is £417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence costing on average £483.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 41m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 47m.

Coach takes on average 12h 25m.

The Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence distance is approximately 539 km.
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau and Florence as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Basel SBB and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, SBB, Italo to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Florence by coach.
  • Travel with ITA, Vueling, Air Dolomiti, Air France, British Airways, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Edelweiss Air, Volotea to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence:
  • 1 direct flights per day with ITA, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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.
To get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Florence, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for stunning panoramic views of the city, visit the Accademia Gallery to admire 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 for local goods. Key sights include the Florence Cathedral with its impressive dome, the Uffizi Gallery with artworks by Botticelli and Michelangelo, the historic Ponte Vecchio, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the elegant Boboli Gardens.
To fully experience Florence, spending at least three days is ideal to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including visits to iconic sites such as the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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