Cologne to Florence, Italy: Road Trip Guide & Distance

534.3 miles 859.8 km · straight line
703.3 miles actual route 1131.8 km · driving distance
12h 4min estimated drive time
€121 - €149 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Cologne from Florence, Italy?

The distance from Cologne to Florence, Italy is 534.3 miles (859.8 km) as the crow flies. Florence, Italy is located SSE of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 703.3 miles, taking about 12h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Cologne is in Germany, while Florence, Italy is in Italy.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Cologne 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 Cologne to Florence, Italy

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 4min €121 - €149 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 29min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~15h 41min $84–$246* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cologne & Florence, Italy

Quick Facts

Cologne
50.94°N, 6.96°E
Europe/Berlin
37m 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 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM