Route guide

Copenhagen → Florence

1327 km · Denmark to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €42+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Florence

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Florence — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€95–279

Duration: 11h 4m

via DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€42–113

Duration: 18h 58m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~37 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€88–279

Duration: 4h 16m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways

~207 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€159–292

Duration: 14h 45m

~226 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Florence highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1327 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Italy. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Florence — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Florence by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Florence (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 4m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €95 to €279. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 207 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~188 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Florence by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Florence with a typical journey of 18h 58m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €42 when booked in advance, rising to €113 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Florence by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Florence take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 16m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €88–279. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 207 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Florence by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Florence is approximately 1526 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 45m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €159–292 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Italy border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 226 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Florence is approximately 1327 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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