- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
9 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
10 h 43 m
Buses on 02 Sept
7
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Geneva to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Florence will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 7 buses from Geneva to Florence, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 484 km distance in an average of 10 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a train costs an average of £170.
Distance: 484 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price | £131 Average Price |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Florence coaches for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 16:05 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 13h10 | 5:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:05 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h40 | 4:45 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h55 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h35 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:35 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h45 | 8:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h15 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h50 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h00 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 change | |
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Buses from Geneva to Florence run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 484 km distance in 8h 49m.
Distance 484 km |
Average bus duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 49m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Most Geneva to Florence buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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