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Vienna
↳ Florenceby bus.

Bus services from Vienna to Florence are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 826 km. By car that is roughly 9 h 15 min without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

826 km by road~9 h 15 min by carBorder crossing
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FRANCEITALYSWITZERLANDAUSTRIAHUNGARYCROATIASLOVAKIASLOVENIASERBIABOSNIA & HERZ.ALBANIAVeniceRomeMilanNaplesMarseilleViennaFlorence826 km by roadFrom To Onward buses
Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Vienna to Florence at a glance.

From
Vienna Wien
To
Florence Firenze
Road distance
About 826 km
Straight line
632 km
Car time, no stops
~9 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 Vienna

Vienna has many international bus services to central and eastern Europe, Germany and Italy, using several terminals and stops rather than one station.

  • Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
    At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches.
  • Other stops
    Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
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 Vienna from Florence by road?+

About 826 km by road (632 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

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

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 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 Vienna?+

It depends on the operator. Main options in Vienna include Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Florence to Vienna?+

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

Where does the bus from Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna 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: Vienna to Florence bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Vienna (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Florence (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →