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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Parma
Showing times and prices for 13 Dec
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
137 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Parma will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Fast coaches
Of the 5 buses that leave Florence for Parma every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
14:103h14
Florence17:24Parma
£91One-way
0 changes
14:202h45
Florence17:05Parma
£101One-way
0 changes
00:202h45
Florence03:05Parma
£111One-way
0 changes
05:152h45
Florence08:00Parma
£111One-way
0 changes
08:253h15
Florence11:40Parma
£121One-way
0 changes
16:102h40
Florence18:50Parma
£131One-way
0 changes
12:202h40
Florence15:00Parma
£141One-way
0 changes
14:202h45
Florence17:05Parma
£101One-way
0 changes
05:152h45
Florence08:00Parma
£111One-way
0 changes
00:202h45
Florence03:05Parma
£111One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Florence to Parma
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £8, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 137 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Parma bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Parma coaches for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 00:58
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 054 · 062 | 01:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 04:35 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 change | |
| 3826 · 2204 | 01:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h35 | 04:55 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 05:25 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 change | |
| 2422 | 02:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h05 | 05:05 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17800 · Autobus FI006+ FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 03:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 07:13 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18500 · Autobus FI668 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 | 04:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 07:58 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18488 · Autobus FI46V · Regionale TTPER 17410 | 05:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h58 | 09:01 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18460 · Autobus TTPER B0430 · Regionale Veloce 3906 | 05:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h53 | 09:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 06:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h45 | 09:00 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuscany Line 18462 · Autobus TTPER B0432 · Regionale Veloce 3908 | 06:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 10:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
Tuscany Line 18504+ BUS L580C+Regionale TTPER 17412 | 07:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 11:01 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18466 · Autobus TTPER B0434 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 07:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 11:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18466 · Autobus TTPER B0434+ Intercity 604 | 07:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 11:18 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18508 · Autobus FI680 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 08:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h22 | 12:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0436 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 09:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h11 | 13:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18832 · Autobus TTPER B0436 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 09:40 Florence Rifredi | 3h51 | 13:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| 2126 | 10:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h45 | 13:05 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18490 · Autobus FI50V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 10:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h53 | 14:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18490 · Autobus FI50V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 10:45 Florence Rifredi | 3h46 | 14:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18492 · Autobus TTPER B0440 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 11:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 15:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18492 · Autobus TTPER B0440 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 11:44 Florence Rifredi | 3h47 | 15:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18494 · Autobus FI68V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 12:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 16:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18494 · Autobus FI68V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 12:44 Florence Rifredi | 3h47 | 16:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 13:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h40 | 16:00 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuscany Line 18472 · Autobus TTPER B0442 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 13:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h53 | 17:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Tuscany Line 18472 · Autobus TTPER B0442 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 13:45 Florence Rifredi | 3h46 | 17:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Tuscany Line 18476 · Autobus FI58V · Regionale TTPER 17426 | 14:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h39 | 18:16 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Intercity 592+BUS LP592+Regionale TTPER 17426 | 14:59 Florence Rifredi | 3h17 | 18:16 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 15:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h14 | 18:24 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3804 | 15:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h45 | 18:05 Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuscany Line 18478 · Autobus TTPER B0444+Intercity 612 | 15:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 19:11 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Tuscany Line 18478 · Autobus TTPER B0444 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 15:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 19:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Tuscany Line 18478 · Autobus TTPER B0444 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 15:44 Florence Rifredi | 3h47 | 19:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale 18846 · Autobus FI64V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 16:06 Florence Campo di Marte | 4h25 | 20:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| Tuscany Line 18480 · Autobus FI64V · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 16:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 20:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18482 · Autobus TTPER B0446 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 17:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 21:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18482 · Autobus TTPER B0446 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 17:44 Florence Rifredi | 3h47 | 21:31 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18530+BUS LP596+Regionale TTPER 3934 | 18:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h20 | 22:29 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18484 · Autobus FI66V · Regionale TTPER 3934 | 18:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 22:29 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18484 · Autobus FI66V+Intercity 1526 | 18:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h24 | 22:01 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18484 · Autobus FI66V · Regionale TTPER 3934 | 18:44 Florence Rifredi | 3h45 | 22:29 Parma station | 2 changes | |
| TUSCANY LINE 18486 · Autobus TTPER B0448 · Regionale TTPER 17400 | 19:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h47 | 00:25 Parma station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Parma
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Buses from Florence to Parma run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Lirosi Linee from Florence to ParmaYou can travel by bus between Florence to Parma with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, Lirosi Linee for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£9
Itabus frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£9
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£37
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Lirosi Linee
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 50m
Cheapest Price
£7
Lirosi Linee frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Florence to Parma coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Florence to Parma can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Florence to Parma is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Florence to Parma coach time is 2 h 40 min covering the 84 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Florence to Parma leaves at 00: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Florence to Parma leaves at 22: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Florence to Parma without having to change trains with Itabus, FlixBus or Lirosi Linee. There are 5 direct coaches from Florence to Parma each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Florence to Parma, you can count on Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or Lirosi Linee for the best way to get you to Parma. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Parma from Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Florence, Villa Costanza (Tram T1), which is located around 7.2 miles (11.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Parma, Terminal Bus, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Parma from Florence is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Florence to Parma by coach is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Parma from Florence including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Florence to Parma has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Parma.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Florence to Parma.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Parma.
No, luggage for the coach from Florence to Parma needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Florence to Parma.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Florence to Parma.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Parma.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Florence to Parma.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Parma
Florence
Parma
The major coach station for departures in Florence is Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo for your trip from Florence to Parma.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Via ValfondaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via di ScandicciWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Parma is Parma, Terminal Bus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Parma, Terminal Bus for your trip to Parma from Florence.
Parma, Terminal Bus
information
Parma, Largo Maestà del Taglio (Parcheggio Nord)
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