- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 50 m
Buses on 13 Oct
9
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Genoa to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Florence will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 9 buses from Genoa to Florence, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 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 20 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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FlixBusBuses from Genoa to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 198 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Florence coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:45 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 3h55 | 16:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h40 | 18:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:55 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h45 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:20 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h40 | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
061 · 055 | 19:05 Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 6h10 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 3h50 | 23:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
FlixBus | 2:30 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 3h25 | 5:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 4h50 | 8:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h40 | 11:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2h45 | 11:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 3h20 | 14:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa 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 Genoa to Florence buses use the Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafés and snack bars available in station building.
Wi-Fi is available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione. ATMs are available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione.
Available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione: Wheelchair accessible spaces available.
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