Bologna to Florence bus with Itabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Florence

Showing times and prices for 11 Apr

Cheapest price

$9

Average price

$21

Fastest journey

1 h

Average duration

1 h 9 m

Buses per day

61

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bologna to Florence will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $9.

Fast coaches

Of the 61 buses that leave Bologna for Florence every day 61 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .

The slowest buses will take 1 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    11:00 AM1h00
    Bologna
    12:00 PMFlorence
    $91One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar
    5:00 PM1h20
    Bologna
    6:20 PMFlorence
    $91One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus3803A
    4:30 PM1h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    5:50 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $101One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus3801A
    12:25 PM1h45
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    2:10 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $101One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus3491
    7:05 PM1h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:25 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bologna to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 $7, and a train costs an average of $12.

Distance: 81 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

$11

Average Price

Cheapest

$14

Average Price

1h 54m

Average total duration

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
Appennino Shuttle

Most popular bus company

Italo

Most popular train company

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Live departures

Bologna to Florence bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Florence coaches for today, Friday, 10 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
4:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab11215:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
6:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
marino_autolinee1305:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
8:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
8:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
trenitaliaregAutobus TTPER B0401 · TUSCANY LINE 184897:10 AM Bologna Centrale
2h14
9:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
itab27297:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
9:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
9:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab24997:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
10:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
trenitaliaregAutobus TTPER B0405 · Regionale 188379:10 AM Bologna Centrale
2h31
11:41 AM Florence Rifredi1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h25
10:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab27239:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab2723A9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
11:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
trenitaliaregAutobus FI681 · Tuscany Line 1847310:10 AM Bologna Centrale
2h14
12:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
11:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
11:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab380110:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
12:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h55
1:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab212512:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab27971:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
2:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
blablacarbus47871:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h30
2:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab38111:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
2:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
2:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h25
3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab38032:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h40
4:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
4:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab27953:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
4:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h30
4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
6:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab34915:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
7:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T20 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
7:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
busitalia6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h10
7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
9:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
8:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
marino_autolinee0559:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
11:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab24139:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
11:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h11
11:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h36
11:30 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 changesdirect
itab242110:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab279111:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab389712:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
1:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
itab249512:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
2:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h30
2:45 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
2h00
3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
3:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Bologna to Florence coaches with Omio?

Itabus as well as Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee and more offer coaches services from Bologna to Florence.
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bologna to Florence

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Buses from Bologna to Florence run on average 49 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.

There are 41 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 1h 11m.

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
81 km
Average bus duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
$7
Buses per day
49
Direct buses
41
Fastest bus
1h 11m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:54 PM
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, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia from Bologna to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Florence with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia for as low as $7. 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
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$7
Itabus frequency
8 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.

Appennino Shuttle

About
Appennino Shuttle is an Italian bus company based in Florence, offering daily airport transfer services between Bologna Airport and major cities like Florence and Calenzano. Their services run year-round, with buses available from early morning until late evening, departing every 10-20 minutes towards the airport. Appennino Shuttle also provides rental buses for larger groups. Passengers can expect amenities such as air-conditioning and ample luggage space, with some newer buses offering Wi-Fi. Tickets can be booked online, and e-tickets are accepted.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$25
Appennino Shuttle frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted.

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
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
$9
FlixBus frequency
15 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
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$34
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 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.

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

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
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$7
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.

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

Busitalia

About
Busitalia is an Italian public transport company, part of the FS Italiane Group, specializing in road passenger transport. It operates directly and through subsidiaries in Italy (including Busitalia Veneto and Busitalia Campania) and in the Netherlands via Qbuzz. Busitalia focuses on local public transport, complementing railway services in urban and suburban areas. The company also manages intermodal services in Umbria, including light rail, ferries, and funiculars. Busitalia is committed to renewing its fleet with more environmentally friendly buses, including electric and hybrid models. Amenities on their buses often include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and toilets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
$18
Busitalia frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bologna to Florence coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Florence can start from as little as $7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bologna to Florence is $11; 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 Bologna to Florence is 1h 11m to travel the 81 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bologna to Florence leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bologna to Florence leaves at 11:54 pm.
Yes, there are 41 direct coaches a day from Bologna to Florence with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bologna to Florence, you can count on Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia for the best way to get you to Florence. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bologna and Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bologna , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna, Casalecchio di Reno, Stazione Casalecchio Garibaldi . When arriving in Florence , you can end your trip in coach stations like Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo, Florence, Guidoni Tram T2, Calenzano, Di Prato, Prato, Piazzale Del Museo, Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena), Firenze, Uscita Impruneta, Calenzano, Casello A1 .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Florence from Bologna is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 11m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bologna to Florence is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Florence including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bologna to Florence:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • Itabus
    • Assistance
    • Dedicated seating areas
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bologna to Florence for coach company Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bologna to Florence depends on the coach companies:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
  • 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, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus.
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 Bologna to Florence.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bologna to Florence:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
  • 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 Bologna to Florence:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 23 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 Bologna to Florence. The following conditions apply:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs permitted.
  • 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 Bologna to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bologna to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bologna to Florence with the following coach company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Florence

Bologna
Florence
The major coach station for departures in Bologna is Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) for your trip from Bologna to Florence.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Piazza XX Settembre
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
  • Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
  • Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
  • Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
Bologna, Aeroporto di BolognaWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via del Triumvirato
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna
  • Bus: 54, 81, 91

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