The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Florence
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Buses per day
55
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna 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 to Florence will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 55 buses that leave Bologna for Florence every day 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 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.
11217:001h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£51One-way0 changes
27710:151h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1:35Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£51One-way0 changes
380112:251h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)14:10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£51One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:351h55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)15:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£61One-way0 changes
24210:451h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:05Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£61One-way0 changes
20:301h10Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)21:40Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:541h11Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1:05Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:251h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:40Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:001h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£141One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:151h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)8:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 81 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Florence coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 20:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
3491 | 19:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 20:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 21:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 21:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 21:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 22:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 23:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
055 | 23:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2413 | 23:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:54 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h36 | 1:30 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:54 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h11 | 1:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
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) | 1h15 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h40 | 2:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 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 | |
FlixBus | 3:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h00 | 5:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h30 | 4:40 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 | |
1121 | 7:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 8:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 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 | |
2729 | 9:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 11:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
94763 | 9:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 10:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 11:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2409 | 10:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 12:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2723 | 11:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 12:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 13:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
3801 | 12:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 14:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 13:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h55 | 15:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2125 | 14:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 15:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2797 | 15:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 16:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2401 | 15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h25 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
3803 | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2795 | 17:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 18:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 18:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h30 | 18:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Florence
Buses from Bologna to Florence run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 41 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 1h 11m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Appennino Shuttle, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia, Infobus, Autolinee Federico from Bologna to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Florence with Itabus, FlixBus, Appennino Shuttle, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia, Infobus, Autolinee Federico for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

- Appennino Shuttle
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Appennino Shuttle
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Appennino Shuttle
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Appennino Shuttle
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Appennino Shuttle
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Florence
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
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