- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£99
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£137
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
16 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
18 h 32 m
Buses on 18 Oct
26
Distance
987 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Berlin to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Florence will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £99.
On Sun 18 Oct, we found 26 buses from Berlin to Florence, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 987 km distance in an average of 18 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Berlin to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 18h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 987 km distance in 15h 45m.
Distance 987 km |
Average bus duration 18h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Florence coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 22h50 | 3:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 20h05 | 3:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:49 Berlin Hbf | 22h11 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:56 Berlin Südkreuz station | 22h04 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 20h40 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 20h00 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:45 Berlin Hbf | 21h20 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 11:52 Berlin Südkreuz station | 21h13 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 19h15 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 19h05 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 18h50 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 21h45 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 21h20 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:15 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 21h20 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 15:27 Berlin Spandau | 22h23 | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 15:48 Berlin Hbf | 22h02 | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 15:54 Berlin Südkreuz station | 21h56 | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 22h25 | 15:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 16h40 | 10:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 22h00 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 19:27 Berlin Spandau | 21h43 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 19:57 Berlin Hbf | 21h13 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 20:04 Berlin Südkreuz station | 21h06 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 18h50 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 20h15 | 19:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 23h40 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Florence are Siena, Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano and Bologna. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Florence on Omio.

Siena is a medieval Tuscan city known for the Piazza del Campo, the Palio and its striped Duomo. Its steep lanes, Gothic buildings and strong civic traditions give it a more austere character than many larger Italian cities.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 50 km distance in 50m.

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:44. The fastest coach covers the 69 km distance in 1h 0m.

Lucca is known for its complete Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches and handsome historic squares. Its compact old centre feels calm and distinctly Tuscan, with medieval streets and a strong local character.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:39. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 5m.

San Gimignano is a Tuscan hill town best known for its medieval towers and remarkably preserved historic centre. Stone streets, fortified walls and views over the surrounding countryside give it a striking, self-contained character.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:35.

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
There are 50 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 40m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin to Florence by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Berlin to Florence buses use the Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Florence, Guidoni Tram T2. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) is 9 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Berlin (in the station), Schnitzel Express (0.5 km), Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
Available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB): Elevators, ramps.
Berlin, Alexanderplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple restaurants around the area.
Available in nearby cafes. ATMs are several ATMs in close proximity.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz.
Available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Alexanderplatz: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz.
Available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz: Elevators, ramps.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
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