Standard
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
12 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
12 h 26 m
Buses on 05 Sept
28
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lecce to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Florence will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 28 buses from Lecce to Florence, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 685 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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.
1114 · 2126
1104 · 3898
1104 · 2772
1108 · 2126
1104 · 2494
FlixBus · FlixBus
107 · 130
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 685 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price | £57 Average Price | £175 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lecce to Florence:
A coach is £26 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lecce to Florence costing on average £57.
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Florence costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 57m.
Coach takes on average 11h 28m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £175 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £145. The journey takes 11h 28m versus 8h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Florence coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h05 | 23:35 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h29 | 23:59 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h55 | 1:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1104 · 2494 | 11:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h30 | 2:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1104 · 3506 | 11:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h00 | 2:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1104 · 2772 | 11:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h45 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1104 · 3898 | 11:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h30 | 1:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h05 | 2:10 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h05 | 2:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1110 · 2702 | 14:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h09 | 3:14 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1110 · 2422 | 14:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h55 | 3:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1110 · 1802 | 14:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h30 | 3:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1110 · 2418 | 14:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h50 | 3:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h30 | 5:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h05 | 4:50 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:15 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h50 | 7:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h35 | 8:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
107 · 130 | 20:15 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h20 | 8:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1114 · 3492 | 20:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h30 | 10:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1114 · 2126 | 20:45 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h05 | 11:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h15 | 10:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1108 · 2126 | 22:15 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h35 | 11:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h15 | 11:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h00 | 18:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
1120 | 5:00 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h55 | 17:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
206 | 5:05 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h45 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h30 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h35 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h30 | 21:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 12h55 | 22:15 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 change | |
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Buses from Lecce to Florence run on average 26 times per day, taking around 11h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 685 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 685 km |
Average bus duration 11h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 0:12 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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 Lecce 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 Lecce to Florence buses use the Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Lecce and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus): 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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