The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Florence
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1287 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Florence will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £120.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Florence every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1287 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 21 h 15 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Florence
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £326.
Distance: 1287 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£173 Average Price | £115 Average Price Cheapest | £326 Average Price |
28h 19m Average total duration 27h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 40m Average total duration 35h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.9 - 7.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Florence coaches for today, Monday 5 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 29h55 | 00:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h55 | 20:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 48h10 | 20:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 35h40 | 07:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 30h30 | 03:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 30h05 | 03:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 51h35 | 01:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Florence
Buses from Madrid to Florence run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1287 km distance in 25h 35m.
Distance 1287 km |
Average bus duration 27h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £111 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 25h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa from Madrid to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Florence with FlixBus, Alsa for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Florence
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
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