- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rome to Florence
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Sept
Cheapest price on 21 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 21 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 21 Sept
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 21 Sept
3 h 13 m
Buses on 21 Sept
48
Distance
231 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Florence will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
On Mon 21 Sept, we found 48 buses from Rome to Florence, including 48 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
249422:153h45Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:00Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£71One-way0 changes
FlixBus21:204h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina1:25Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus19:353h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina23:00Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:003h59Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina23:59Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:003h35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina23:35Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:053h10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina20:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:203h10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina22:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:003h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:553h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina11:10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:303h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina12:45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 231 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £129 Average Price | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Florence is a coach with an average price of £8.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Florence:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Florence costing on average £23.
A coach is £121 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Florence costing on average £129.
The fastest way to travel from Rome to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 8m.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 57m by bus vs 3h 16m by car) and save roughly £52 compared to fuel and tolls (£8 vs £60). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Rome to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Florence coaches for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 19:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 23:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h35 | 23:35 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h59 | 23:59 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 0:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 0:25 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3828 | 21:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h20 | 1:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h35 | 0:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h05 | 1:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3898 | 21:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 1:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2772 | 22:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2494 | 22:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 2:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 2:10 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 2:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3596 | 22:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 2:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
 054 | 23:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3506 | 23:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 2:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2702 | 23:59 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 3:14 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 21 September | |||||
| 2418 | 0:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 3:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h40 | 5:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 4:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 4:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| 109 | 5:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h30 | 9:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 10:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h15 | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 11:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 11:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2126 | 8:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 11:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 12:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 12:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2790 | 10:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 13:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 13:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 14:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 14:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h40 | 15:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 16:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 15:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h20 | 16:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2414 | 13:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h25 | 17:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h35 | 16:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 206 | 13:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2726 | 14:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 19:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h10 | 20:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:25 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h25 | 20:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h30 | 21:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h10 | 22:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Itabus as well as FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi and more offer coaches services from Rome to Florence.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Florence
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Buses from Rome to Florence run on average 53 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 53 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 231 km distance in 3h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 231 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 53 |
Direct buses 53 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti from Rome to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Rome to Florence with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Itabus Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Itabus Price
£5
Itabus frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marino Autolinee Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
£34
Marino Autolinee frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£5
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Autoservizi Salemi
About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Salemi
Luggage & cancellation policy
Salemi frequency
1 a day
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autoservizi Salemi Srl Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Autoservizi Salemi Srl Price
£14
Autoservizi Salemi Srl frequency
1 a day
AutoLinee Moretti
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AutoLinee Moretti Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest AutoLinee Moretti Price
£16
AutoLinee Moretti frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Florence
Things to do in Florence
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
- Must visit
Galleria dell'Accademia
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
- Must visit
Palazzo Pitti
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
- Must visit
Piazza della Signoria
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
- Must visit
Piazzale Michelangelo
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pappa al pomodoro
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
- Gluten-free
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
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.
I' Due Fratellini
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Trattoria Sostanza
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Nerbone
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
at bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €5.50
To the city centre
Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Tap-and-go contactless payment is available on Autolinee Toscane buses and on tram stop ticket machines; buy before boarding the tram.
- From Villa Costanza, Tram T1 goes directly to Santa Maria Novella in about 20 min, making it the simplest route into central Florence.
Trenitalia: High-speed trains from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino airport to Florence
Flying into Rome and looking for a quick and convenient connection to Florence? Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecciarossa trains get from Rome airport to Florence, famed for its Renaissance art, in around 2 h 18 min and covering a distance of 145 miles (234 km). Trenitalia’s high-speed trains make it quick and easy to get from Rome airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella station in the city centre. Fly into Rome and hop on the train to your destination.
Trenitalia’s flagship Frecciarossa fleet operates the fastest trains from Rome to Florence. Engineered to run at an incredible 186 mph (300 km/h), they come equipped with spacious seats, WIFI, air-conditioning, plug sockets and an onboard bistro. Frecciarossa trains are sleekly designed, comfortable, fast and convenient. The high-speed rail service connecting Rome airport to Florence city centre is part of a wider enterprise to create quick connections between ‘smart’ airport hubs and Italian cities.
Trenitalia offers many more routes from international airports in Italy to major cities. Download the Omio app to find more information on Trenitalia trains around Italy. You’ll find the fastest routes, the latest timetable and options to book your tickets today.
FAQs: Rome to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Rome to Florence can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rome to Florence is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Rome to Florence is 2h 15m to travel the 231 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Rome to Florence leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Rome to Florence leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 54 direct coaches a day from Rome to Florence with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Rome to Florence, you can count on Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, AutoLinee Moretti for the best way to get you to Florence. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Rome and Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Rome , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina), Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus), Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine", Roma . When arriving in Florence , you can end your route in coach stations like Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo, Prato, Piazzale Del Museo, Florence, Guidoni Tram T2, Scandicci.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Florence from Rome is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Rome to Florence is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Rome to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Rome to Florence for coach company Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Rome to Florence depends on the coach companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Rome to Florence.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Rome to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Rome to Florence:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Rome to Florence. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Rome to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Rome to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Rome to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Florence
Most Rome to Florence buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Rome and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Rome
Arrival bus stations in Florence
Which Rome station do buses to Florence leave from?
Buses from Rome to Florence leave from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. The station is 4 km from Rome city centre at Largo Guido Mazzoni, snc, 00162 Roma RM, Italy.
Roma, Autostazione TiburtinaLargo Guido Mazzoni, snc, 00162 Roma RM, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus490, 495 · 16m · £2 · every ~22 min
SubwayMeb · 7m · £2 · every ~15 min
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina bus station facilities and services
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)Rome Anagnina, Via Tuscolana, 173
City-centre transport
Getting to Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) from Rome city centre
BusRome Fiumicino, Scario · 31m · £0.90
nMA · 38m · £2 · every ~4 min
SubwayMea · 24m · £2 · every ~29 min
Shuttle31m · £9
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus)Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino, 320, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) from Rome city centre
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Train4570, 4642, 4644, 4646, 4648, 4650, 4652, 4654, 4656, 4658, 4660, 4662, 4664, 4666, 4668, 4670, 4672, 4674, 4706, 4704, 4702, 4700, 4694, 4692, 4640, 4690, 4686, 4684, 4682, 4680, 4678, 4676, 4688, 4708, 4638, 4634, 4572, 4574, 4576, 4578, 4580, 4582, 4584, 4586, 4588, 4590, 4592, 4594, 4596, 4598, 4600, 4602, 4604, 4632, 4630, 4628, 4626, 4624, 4622, 4636, 4620, 4616, 4614, 4612, 4610, 4608, 4606, 4618, 4698 · 36m · £5 · every ~8 min
BusFco01a · 42m · £2 · every ~1 min
44m
47m · £9 · every ~6 min
52m · £6 · every ~2 min
1554, 574, 1558, 552, 1520, N574, N575, N590, 550, 522, 561, 1552, 554, N548, 542, 562, N1558, N522, 551, 570, 1553, N570 · 1h 2m · £4 · every ~3 min
SIT Bus Shuttle · 1h 7m · £7 · every ~5 min
Shuttle29m · £6 · every ~4 min
52m · £10
1h 4m · £6 · every ~3 min
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) bus station facilities and services
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
Which Florence station do buses from Rome arrive at?
Buses from Rome to Florence most often arrive at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze). Some services arrive at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Florence arrival station.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN997, N531, N520, N544, N1550, N523 · 20m · £0.90
TramT1.3 · 17m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1.3 · 21m · £2 · every ~22 min
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale MontelungoPiazzale Montelungo, Florence, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
City-centre transport
Getting to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 from Florence city centre
Bus30 · 15m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
301 A · 17m · £0.90
30 · 17m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
TramT2 · 18m · £2 · every ~21 min
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