- Must visit
Palazzo Rosso
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£15
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£27
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
2 h 52 m
Buses on 18 Oct
14
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Genoa will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Sun 18 Oct, we found 14 buses from Florence to Genoa, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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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FlixBusBuses from Florence to Genoa run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 198 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:09 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Genoa coaches for today, Saturday 17 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 18:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h00 | 21:15 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h40 | 22:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h00 | 2:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h10 | 5:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 3h20 | 2:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 5h50 | 5:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h00 | 2:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 18 October | |||||
054 · 060 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h00 | 8:15 Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 4:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 8:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2h55 | 8:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 4h05 | 9:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h45 | 10:15 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h40 | 14:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18512+ BUS L510E | 12:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h13 | 18:22 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
94742 · 4731 | 14:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 23:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 20:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Sea-focused museum inside the old port area, covering navigation, migration and maritime life with interactive and family-friendly displays.
Refined palace museum displaying paintings, furnishings and frescoed rooms. Ideal for understanding Genoese aristocratic life and art.
Grand central square with fountain, theatres and banks. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and main avenues.
Historic street lined with palaces, courtyards and museums. One of Genoa’s most rewarding walks for architecture and city history.
Lively old harbour redeveloped for promenades, museums and sea views. Good for walking, boat trips and an easy family outing.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A staple Genoese street food, prized for its crisp edges and simple maritime roots.
Twisted pasta with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and Ligurian cheese. Genoa is the historic home of this classic pesto sauce.
Thin layers of dough filled with chard, prescinsêua cheese, eggs and herbs. A festive Ligurian pie strongly linked with Genoese tradition.
Stylish long-running restaurant serving creative Ligurian and Italian cooking in an intimate city-centre dining room.
Historic confectionery and café known for chocolate, pastries and elegant old-world interiors in the city centre.
Traditional bakery-focacceria popular for classic Genoese focaccia and farinata in a casual local setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels cost less than in Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for notably good service.
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Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genova
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Genoa buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia station pair, with some services arriving at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. Use this guide to compare Florence and Genoa 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.
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. ATMs are several ATMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
Available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel. ATMs are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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