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Salzburg
↳ Florenceby bus.

Bus services from Salzburg to Florence are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 681 km. By car that is roughly 7 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

681 km by road~7 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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FRANCEITALYSWITZERLANDAUSTRIAHUNGARYCROATIASLOVAKIASLOVENIABOSNIA & HERZ.VeniceRomeMilanNaplesMarseilleSalzburgFlorence681 km by roadFrom To Onward buses
Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Salzburg to Florence at a glance.

To
Florence Firenze
Road distance
About 681 km
Straight line
469 km
Car time, no stops
~7 h 15 min buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct
Border
Austria → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Salzburg

Salzburg is an Austrian city near the German border, with coaches to Munich, Vienna, Italy and the Balkans. FlixBus uses a stop in the south of the city rather than the main station.

  • Salzburg Süd
    FlixBus stop in the south of the city.
  • Main station area
    Some coaches and shuttles stop near Salzburg Hauptbahnhof.
2

Arriving in Florence

From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.

  • Piazzale Montelungo
    By Santa Maria Novella station. Buses starting or ending in Florence.
  • Villa Costanza Park & Ride
    On the A1 motorway, linked to the centre by tram T1. Through-buses between other cities.
Florence
Florence. Photo: Giorgio Galeotti, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

Keep the essentials offline

Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.

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Good to know in Florence
  • Check which stop your ticket names: Villa Costanza is outside the city.

KEEP GOING

From Florence, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Salzburg from Florence by road?+

About 681 km by road (469 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Salzburg to Florence take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.

Where does the bus leave from in Salzburg?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Salzburg include Salzburg Süd, Main station area, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Florence to Salzburg?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Florence to Salzburg as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Salzburg arrive in Florence?+

It depends on the operator. In Florence, services use Piazzale Montelungo, Villa Costanza Park & Ride. From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Florence?+

From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.

What kind of bus runs from Salzburg to Florence?+

It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.

Can I book the Salzburg to Florence bus online?+

Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.

Where can I go next from Florence by bus?+

Direct buses from Florence include Venice, Rome, Milan, Naples, Marseille and more. See all connections on our Florence bus page.

Do I need my passport on the bus from Salzburg to Florence?+

Austria and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.

12Go: Salzburg to Florence bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Salzburg (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Florence (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →