Distance from Florence to Bern
Florence → Bern
461 km
≈ 286 miles · 249 nautical miles
FlorenceBern
1 h 4 min
Flight (if direct)
6 h 39 min
Driving time (est.)
northwest
Direction (321°)
0 h
Time difference
About this route
Travelling from Florence to Bern covers 461 km (286 miles) on a great-circle path — a distance where flying saves many hours compared with the estimated 599 km by road.
The geographic midpoint of the route lies near Skibbereen, Ireland.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 461 km / 286 mi / 249 nmi |
| Estimated road distance | 599 km / 372 mi |
| Estimated flight time | 1 h 4 min — if a direct flight operates (805 km/h cruise) |
| Estimated driving time | 6 h 39 min (90 km/h average) |
| Initial bearing | 321° — northwest |
| Geographic midpoint | Near Skibbereen, Ireland |
| Time difference | Same time zone offset (UTC+01:00 → UTC+01:00) |
| Florence coordinates | 43.7793, 11.2463 |
| Bern coordinates | 46.9481, 7.4474 |
Flight and driving times are estimates. A direct flight may not be available between Florence and Bern — actual travel can require connections, and road routes are longer than the straight line.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Bern from Florence?
Bern is 461 km (286 miles) from Florence measured as a straight line (great-circle distance). The estimated road distance is about 599 km (372 mi).
How long is the flight from Florence to Bern?
If a direct flight operates between Florence and Bern, it would take approximately 1 h 4 min, based on an average cruising speed of 805 km/h (500 mph) plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Note that a direct flight may not be available on this route — actual travel may require a connecting flight or another mode of transport.
What is the time difference between Florence and Bern?
Bern has the same time zone offset. Florence uses UTC+01:00 and Bern uses UTC+01:00.
What is the halfway point between Florence and Bern?
The geographic midpoint between Florence and Bern is near Skibbereen, Ireland, roughly 230 km from each city.
In which direction is Bern from Florence?
Bern lies to the northwest of Florence, at an initial bearing of 321°.