Budapest to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

455.5 miles 733.1 km · straight line
591.1 miles actual route 951.3 km · driving distance
9h 56min estimated drive time
HUF 37101 - HUF 45662 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Budapest from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Budapest to Florence, Italy is 455.5 miles (733.1 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located WSW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 591.1 miles, taking about 9h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Florence, Italy is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Budapest and Florence, Italy. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Budapest to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 56min HUF 37101 - HUF 45662 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 55min $47–$89* Budget
Train ~9h 26min $71–$207* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Budapest & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Budapest
47.50°N, 19.04°E
Europe/Budapest
96m elevation
Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 152 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM