- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£61
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£63
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
8 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
9 h 8 m
Buses on 31 Aug
3
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sorrento to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Florence will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £61.
To travel from Sorrento to Florence you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, while a flight costs an average of £184.
Distance: 434 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price | £184 Average Price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg 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 Sorrento to Florence coaches for tomorrow, Monday 31 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 | 6:15 Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro | 8h40 | 14:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro | 9h35 | 2:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro | 9h10 | 2:10 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
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Buses from Sorrento to Florence run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 434 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 434 km |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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Best time to book 56 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 Sorrento 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 Sorrento to Florence buses use the Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Sorrento and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Tasso (0.2 km), Il Buco (0.5 km), Trattoria Da Emilia (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro.
Available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento, Corso Italia / Piazza Angelina Lauro: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Firenze, Uscita Impruneta is 5 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Uscita Impruneta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta. ATMs are available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta.
Available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Uscita Impruneta: Wheelchair accessible.
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