Berlin to Florence by bus
Florence lies 985 km (612 mi) south of Berlin, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 56 min including stops, over roughly 1,202 km (747 mi) of road.
| Berlin | Florence | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Italy |
| Population | 3.4 million | 367,150 |
| Elevation | 43 m (141 ft) | 51 m (167 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
What changes when you arrive in Florence
Crossing from Germany into Italy: sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +39; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Berlin to Florence
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Staying in Florence
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Common questions
How far is Florence from Berlin?
985 km (612 mi) in a straight line, south of Berlin; by road roughly 1,202 km (747 mi).
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Florence by bus?
About 17 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Berlin and Florence?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Florence?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.