The cheapest and fastest coaches from Como to Florence
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Como to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Florence will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 13 buses that leave Como for Florence every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 Como to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £130.
Distance: 284 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Como to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Florence coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2499 | 04:00 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h05 | 10:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:50 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h05 | 11:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:05 Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 5h50 | 11:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h55 | 20:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h10 | 19:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
055 | 18:00 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h15 | 00:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
055 | 18:20 Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 5h55 | 00:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 20:45 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 6h25 | 03:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 7h05 | 05:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Como to Florence
Buses from Como to Florence run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 284 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 284 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Lirosi Linee from Como to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Como to Florence with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Lirosi Linee for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Como to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Florence, Villa Costanza (Tram T1), located 7.2 miles (11.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Como and Florence
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
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