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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vatican to Florence
Showing times and prices for 05 Feb
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
229 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vatican to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vatican to Florence will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Fast coaches
Of the 40 buses that leave Vatican for Florence every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 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.
FlixBus21:003h50
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina00:50Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus21:003h25
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina00:25Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
£71One-way
0 changes
478815:203h45
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:05Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:453h50
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina11:35Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£71One-way
0 changes
FlixBus20:003h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina23:35Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus08:303h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina11:45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus16:353h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:50Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£91One-way
0 changes
FlixBus19:153h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina22:30Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus16:003h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina19:15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus17:053h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina20:20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
£101One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vatican to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vatican to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 229 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £183 Average Price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vatican to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vatican to Florence coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 20:30
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 20:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 00:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 01:10 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 01:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
 054 | 22:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 01:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 02:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 02:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 5 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 03:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| 109 | 04:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h30 | 08:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 09:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h10 | 10:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 10:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 10:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 10:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 10:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 11:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h25 | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 11:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 12:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:40 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 13:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 15:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 14:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h20 | 15:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h35 | 15:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 206 | 12:50 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 17:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4788 | 14:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 18:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 18:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 18:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:05 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 19:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:25 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 3h25 | 19:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:45 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h30 | 20:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h00 | 21:15 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h35 | 20:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:15 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h15 | 21:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 22:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h45 | 22:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h35 | 22:35 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h59 | 22:59 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h50 | 23:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 3h25 | 23:25 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vatican to Florence
Vatican City State
Italy
Buses from Vatican to Florence run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 35 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:37. The fastest coach covers the 229 km distance in 3h 15m.
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 229 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:37 |
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, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus, ATAC S.p.A. Azienda per la mobilità from Vatican to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Vatican to Florence with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus, ATAC S.p.A. Azienda per la mobilità for as low as £6. 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 Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£5
Itabus frequency
27 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 Duration
3h 15m
Cheapest Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
36 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 Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£5
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 Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest 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
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
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
ATAC S.p.A. Azienda per la mobilità
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest Price
£18
ATAC S.p.A. Azienda per la mobilità frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Vatican to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vatican 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 Vatican to Florence can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Vatican to Florence is £9; 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 Vatican to Florence is 3h 15m to travel the 229 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 Vatican to Florence leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Vatican to Florence leaves at 23:52.
Yes, there are 36 direct coaches a day from Vatican to Florence with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Vatican to Florence, you can count on Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus, ATAC S.p.A. Azienda per la mobilità for the best way to get you to Florence. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Vatican and Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Florence from Vatican is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Vatican to Florence is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vatican and Florence including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Vatican 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 Vatican to Florence for coach company Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Vatican 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 Vatican to Florence.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Vatican 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 Vatican 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 Vatican 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 Vatican to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Vatican to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Vatican to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vatican and Florence
Vatican
Florence
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Via di ScandicciWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via ValfondaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
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