- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Parma to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Florence will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 12 buses that leave Parma for Florence every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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 train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 137 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Florence coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2421 | 23:05 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h00 | 2:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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2495 | 1:00 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h10 | 4:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2409 | 9:30 Parma, Terminal Bus | 2h45 | 12:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Parma, Terminal Bus | 2h40 | 12:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h10 | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2125 | 12:35 Parma, Terminal Bus | 2h45 | 15:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Parma, Terminal Bus | 2h40 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:55 Parma, Terminal Bus | 2h55 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h15 | 21:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
2213 · 2771 | 21:40 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h55 | 1:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
2213 · 2413 | 21:40 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h30 | 1:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
063 · 055 | 21:55 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h20 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Parma to Florence run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:19, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 137 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 137 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 0:19 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 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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Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma 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 Parma to Florence buses use the Parma, Terminal Bus to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Prato, Piazzale Del Museo. Use this guide to compare Parma and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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