How to travel from Florence to Dubrovnik, Croatia

The distance between Florence and Dubrovnik is around 754km (468 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 45m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Florence to Dubrovnik by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Florence (FLR) to Dubrovnik (DBV).

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    HRK 1,950($260)
Operated bySwiss Airways+ 11 others
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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Ancona Central Train Station then take a ferry to Split then take the bus to Dubrovnik.

  • Duration19h 55m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 630($84)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Zagreb and then to Dubrovnik.

  • Duration20h 5m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    HRK 805($105)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Bari Centrale then take a ferry to Dubrovnik.

  • Duration17h 15m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    HRK 600($80)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Drive

Drive to Dubrovnik.

  • Duration11h 20m
  • Distance1,070km (665 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Florence and Dubrovnik

There are several options for getting from Florence to Dubrovnik by train, ferry, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around HRK 555 ($74) and will take around 19h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HRK 1,950 ($260).

The distance between Florence and Dubrovnik is around 754km (468 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 568km (353 miles)

It takes around 17h 15m to get from Florence and Dubrovnik by train and ferry. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Florence to Dubrovnik is to fly which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx HRK 1,950 ($260).

The cheapest way to travel between Florence and Dubrovnik, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around HRK 555 ($74) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Florence and Dubrovnik. We recommend that you fly from Florence (FLR) to Dubrovnik (DBV). instead which will take 3h 45m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Florence and Dubrovnik. It typically takes around 20h 5m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Florence to Dubrovnik. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Zagreb and Dubrovnik. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 20h 5m.

Florentia Bus, Croatia Bus, FlixBus and Samoborček run regular bus services between Florence and Dubrovnik. Buses run once daily and take around 20h 5m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Florence and Dubrovnik. Flights depart from Florence (FLR) and arrive at Dubrovnik (DBV) - via Zurich (ZRH). The flight takes around 3hrs.

There is no direct flight from Florence to Dubrovnik. There is however a flight that goes via Zurich (ZRH). This services will take at least 3h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Florence to Dubrovnik typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Florence (FLR) and and arrive into Dubrovnik (DBV).

The closest major airport to Dubrovnik is Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) (DBV) which is approximately 17km (10 miles) from Dubrovnik. Split Airport (SPU) (SPU) and Osijek Airport (OSI) (OSI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Florence and Dubrovnik. The distance is around 1,070km (665 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Florence to Dubrovnik is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 17h 15m and will usually cost around HRK 600 ($80).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Florence and Dubrovnik

Transport options from Florence to Dubrovnik
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 45m
HRK 1,950($260)
every 4 hours1,415km (879 miles)
Bus and Ferry
19h 55m
HRK 630($84)
3 times a week889km (553 miles)
Bus
20h 5m
HRK 805($105)
once daily1,359km (845 miles)
Train and Ferry + 2 similar
17h 15m
HRK 600($80)
once a week937km (582 miles)
Train to Ancona, ferry19h 55m
HRK 555($74)
once a week754km (468 miles)
Train and Bus23h 15m
HRK 1,455($195)
5 times a week1,644km (1,021 miles)
Drive
11h 20m
HRK 1,455($195)
on demand1,070km (665 miles)

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Airports near Dubrovnik

The following major airports near Dubrovnik offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Croatia and internationally.

DBV
Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
17km (10 miles) from Dubrovnik
SPU
Split Airport (SPU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
176km (109 miles) from Dubrovnik
OSI
Osijek Airport (OSI)
International Airport
Distance
318km (198 miles) from Dubrovnik