- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 5 m
Buses on 15 Sept
2
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lucca to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Florence will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 2 buses from Lucca to Florence, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 60 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Lucca to Florence:
A coach is £0.83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Florence costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 26m.
Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 26m versus 1h 6m 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 BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali.
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 Lucca to Florence coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 2h40 | 23:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
FlixBus | 5:20 Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 1h05 | 6:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 1h05 | 8:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Lucca to Florence run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:39. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca 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 Lucca to Florence buses use the Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara. ATMs are available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara.
Available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara: Accessible for people 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.
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