Florence, Italy to Salzburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

292.2 miles 470.3 km · straight line
365.3 miles estimated 587.9 km · driving distance
7h 21min estimated drive time
€67 - €82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Florence, Italy from Salzburg?

The distance from Florence, Italy to Salzburg is 292.2 miles (470.3 km) as the crow flies. Salzburg is located NNE of Florence, Italy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 365.3 miles, taking about 7h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Florence, Italy is in Italy, while Salzburg is in Austria.

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. 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 Florence, Italy and Salzburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Florence, Italy to Salzburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 21min €67 - €82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 49min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~6h 59min $44–$128* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Florence, Italy & Salzburg

Quick Facts

Florence, Italy
43.77°N, 11.26°E
Europe/Rome
50m elevation
Salzburg
47.81°N, 13.05°E
Europe/Vienna
424m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients