Standard
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 14 m
Buses on 05 Sept
54
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna Airport to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Florence will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 54 buses from Bologna Airport to Florence, including 54 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
2797
3803
2495
2409
2421
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Airport to Florence:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Airport to Florence costing on average £21.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 22m versus 1h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, Appennino Shuttle.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Florence coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus FI681 · Regionale 18473+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX084 | 11:51 Bologna Airport | 2h33 | 14:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
2771 | 0:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2421 | 0:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 2:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h40 | 2:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2701 | 1:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 3:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
3897 | 2:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 3:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 2:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
3887 | 3:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h00 | 5:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h30 | 4:45 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 5:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 6:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 8:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
1121 | 7:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 8:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
130 | 7:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 8:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 8:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 10:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 10:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 11:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 11:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Bologna Airport to Florence run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 32 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 21:50. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 21:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Compare Marino Autolinee classes and the amenities included in each one.
Compare BlaBlaCar Bus classes and the amenities included in each one.
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.
Official public transport app
Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Airport 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 Bologna Airport to Florence buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Bologna Airport and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need