Route guide

Florence → Gdansk

1292 km · Italy to Poland · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €41+ by bus

How to travel from Florence to Gdansk

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

🚄Train

€93–273

Duration: 10h 46m

via Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo, PKP Intercity

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€41–110

Duration: 18h 28m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~36 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€87–275

Duration: 4h 13m

via Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, LOT

~202 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€155–284

Duration: 14h 22m

~220 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1292 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 Italy into Poland. 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.

Florence to Gdansk — every option in detail

Florence to Gdansk by train

Trains link Florence (Italy) and Gdansk (Poland) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 46m including one or two connections at major hubs.

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

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €93 to €273. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 18 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 202 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~184 kg on this distance.

Florence to Gdansk by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Florence and Gdansk with a typical journey of 18h 28m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €41 when booked in advance, rising to €110 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.

Florence to Gdansk by flight

Flights between Florence and Gdansk take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 13m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €87–275. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 202 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Florence to Gdansk by car

The driving distance from Florence to Gdansk is approximately 1486 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 22m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €155–284 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Italy–Poland 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 220 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Florence and Gdansk is approximately 1292 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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