Private car transfer from Ljubljana to Florence

But between these two stunning cities, you'll speed by Slovenia's soaring mountains, which, alongside their sheer cliffs, you can admire from your car window. After crossing into Italy, the Adriatic Sea's emerald waters will guide you from the jagged terrain to Tuscany's flowing hills and its capital city, Florence.

La Dolce Vita refreshes the Italian way of life, describing a world filled with beauty, pleasure, and self-indulgence. The only way to arrive here with this desirable feeling is by uncovering the best way to travel from Ljubljana to Florence in 2024!

Florence lies in the Arno Valley, with its river splitting the city and the Chianti Mountains dominating its surroundings. These features and its location in the center of Italy attracted the Romans to build a town in 59 BC called Florentia, meaning "flourishing."

Throughout its rich past, Florence was a modern and thriving urban center. Today, the city seems stuck in the Renaissance period. But you can still feel the region's importance when exploring its streets.

The cobbled lanes built for horses and carts will pave the way for a delicious food tour to authentic eateries housed in multicolored homes, still using traditional recipes. Exquisite buildings such as Florence Cathedral and Ponte Vecchio litter the old town, allowing you to imagine this city's golden age and bask in the cultural wealth oozing from this center.

• Language: Italian
• Currency: Euro (EUR)
• Time zone: GMT+1
• Climate: Mediterranean
• Plug types: C, F, and L

Stop for sightseeing

No matter how thrilling the drive from Ljubljana to Florence is, you'll start getting restless on a five-to-six-hour ride. So, plan some stops in advance, whether you want to stretch your legs or explore the wonderful attraction.

Some of the best places to do so are at Ferrara, Europe's first modern city, or Predjama Castle, the world's most extensive fort in a cave!

Prioritize comfort

As mentioned, the journey from Ljubljana to Florence will take between 5 and 6 hours. Sitting in a compact seat in a crowded environment with no air conditioning will spoil the experience.

Consider spending more on a first-class ticket, extra legroom, or a door-to-door service. No matter how you travel, don't forget a neck pillow and earplugs in case of noisy passengers.

Research Florence

With several hours to kill, the drive from Ljubljana to Florence is the perfect opportunity to research the city. If you opt for Daytrip's private door-to-door service, chat with your English-speaking driver and ask for recommendations about the best places to eat or hidden attractions in town. They're not tour guides. But they're passionate locals with extensive knowledge you won't find in tourist blogs!

Also, researching basic language phrases and tipping culture will help put your mind at ease when eating out.

Bus from Ljubljana to Florence

The bus is the most popular transfer method from Ljubljana to Florence. It's also the cheapest way to travel, as budget-friendly provider Flixbus provides frequent, reliable, and affordable services.

Book a ticket online from Ljubljana Central Station to Florence for the best deals. Florence has three drop-off points: Guidoni Tram T2, Piazzale Montelungo, and Villa Costanza. Check which is more convenient for you before booking!

• Cheapest/average price: €32.50-€50
• Shortest/average duration: 6 hours, 25 minutes; 8 hours
• First/last departure: 1:10 AM–11:25 PM

Train from Ljubljana to Florence

Since no direct trains run from Ljubalna to Florence, this is not a popular mode of transport. It's also more expensive and takes longer than the bus between the cities.

However, you can take an indirect service if you're keen on train travel or utilizing the interrail pass. You'll depart Ljubljana Central Station and switch carriages in Trieste before taking a direct service to Firenze Santa Maria Novella. You can purchase tickets online through Trenitalia.

• Cheapest/average price: €33-€58
• Shortest/average duration: 7 hours, 50 minutes; 11 hours, 9 minutes
• First/last departure: 5:49 AM–10:13 PM

Daytrip private car service from Ljubljana to Florence

Daytrip's door-to-door car service is the fastest, easiest, and most comfortable way to travel from Ljubljana to Florence. With our private car service, you can travel on your own schedule in a comfortable vehicle equipped with modern conveniences such as air conditioning, reclinable seats, and, most importantly, tranquility, which is challenging to come by in the 21st century.

The four-hour ride includes your driver picking you up at your hotel, helping with your luggage, and whisking you off to your new accommodation in Florence. However, it doesn't include any sights you want to experience en route. Add as much time as you need to explore the Postojna Caves on a train or shop until you drop at the discount shopping haven, Palmanova Outlet!

• Seats from: €122
• English-speaking driver
• Complimentary bottled water
• Equipped for children and those with limited mobility
• 24/7 customer support
• Free cancellation 24 hours before your departure!

Roam the Uffizi Gallery

Home to one of the most impressive art collections in the world, the Uffizi Gallery is a paradise for art enthusiasts. It houses masterpieces by renowned Italian artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli.

Many people only admire iconic works like Botticelli's "The Birth of Venus" and Da Vinci's "Annunciation." But you can plunge deeper into the art scene and appreciate the thousands of other priceless artworks spanning centuries.

Climb the Duomo

The construction of the Duomo spanned over 140 years. But the result was a magnificent work of art that was worth the wait.

This bright orange structure dominates the skyline, which you can see from throughout the city. However, climbing to the summit is the best way to appreciate this setting. First, you'll gaze upon the handcrafted murals painted along the ceiling before heading out and admiring the city from above.

Eat through Mercato Centrale

If you want to sample the famous Italian cuisine and don't know where to start, head straight to Mercato Centrale. You'll discover a vast food court on the first floor, open from 11 AM until midnight!

A picnic in a nearby park may be tempting if you're here on a warm summer's day. Pick up some fresh goods and head to Parco delle Cascine, Giardino dell'Orticultura, or Giardino delle Rose to enjoy your products with a postcard view.

Florence in the spring

Most travelers consider spring to be the best time to visit Florence. The average daily temperature from mid-May to mid-June is 78° Fahrenheit. The gray overcast makes way for clear blue skies and rainbow-colored gardens as the wildflowers bloom into life. Since fewer visitors are here compared to the summer, you can fully appreciate this setting and find a seat in an outdoor cafe much easier.

Florence in the fall

In fall, the weather is still pleasant for spending time outside up until November. With slightly cooler temperatures than spring and fewer tourist crowds, it's the ideal time to indulge in the extensive museum scene and educate yourself with walking tours. Also, traveling during this period will cost you considerable cash, as hotels, tours, and transportation firms offer enticing deals before the slow winter season!