- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 54 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Florence will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 26 buses that leave Paris for Florence every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 886 km distance in an average of 16 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £120.
Distance: 886 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £203 Average Price |
19h 27m Average total duration 18h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Paris to Florence coaches for today, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h55 | 4:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h15 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
3897 | 9:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h10 | 3:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h20 | 6:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h10 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Paris, Porte Maillot | 16h50 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h00 | 8:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
51991 · 94763 | 15:20 Paris, Porte Maillot | 19h25 | 10:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
94763 | 18:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h35 | 10:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:15 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h20 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 19h00 | 16:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 23h50 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h30 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h50 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Paris, Porte Maillot | 21h50 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h10 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
4787 | 23:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h35 | 16:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h05 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h30 | 21:00 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h30 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h30 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h50 | 1:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h20 | 1:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h55 | 0:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Paris to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 19h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 886 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 886 km |
Average bus duration 19h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 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 Paris 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 Paris to Florence buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Paris and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
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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