The cheapest and fastest coaches from Catania to Florence
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
11 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 22 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
768 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Catania to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania to Florence will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 7 buses that leave Catania for Florence every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 768 km distance in an average of 14 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 55 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Catania to Florence
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 768 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £145 Average Price | £103 Average Price |
14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Catania to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Catania to Florence coaches for today, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 17:30 Catania, Via D'Amico | 14h15 | 07:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 18:55 Catania, Aeroporto di Catania-Fontanarossa (P2 Breve Sosta) | 15h55 | 10:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:05 Catania, Via D'Amico | 14h25 | 09:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 19:15 Catania, Via D'Amico | 15h35 | 10:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:30 Catania, Via D'Amico | 15h15 | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 08:25 Catania, Via D'Amico | 16h20 | 00:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:25 Catania, Via D'Amico | 16h45 | 01:10 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Catania to Florence
Buses from Catania to Florence run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 768 km distance in 12h 52m.
Distance 768 km |
Average bus duration 13h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 52m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Catania to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Catania to Florence with Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Catania to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catania and Florence
- 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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