Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Florence

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Coach from Bologna to Florence: Journey Information

There are 58 intercity coaches per day from Bologna to Florence. Travelling by coach from Bologna to Florence usually takes around 1 hour and 26 minutes, but the fastest Itabus coach can make the trip in 20 minutes.

Distance
50 mi (81 km)
Shortest duration
20m
Cheapest price
NOK 52.41
Trips per day
58
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Coach lines
5

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How much is a coach ticket from Bologna to Florence?

Coach tickets for a trip from Bologna to Florence cost about NOK 130 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Bologna to Florence by travel date

NOK 150NOK 100NOK 50NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Bologna to Florence in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 123 to NOK 142. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Florence this week, coach tickets are available starting at NOK 123.

Average coach ticket prices from Bologna to Florence by month

NOK 175NOK 140NOK 105NOK 70NOK 35JFMAMJJASOND

Travelling from Bologna to Florence by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around NOK 151 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

NOK 200NOK 160NOK 120NOK 80NOK 400

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Bologna to Florence?

There are 5 coach lines from Bologna to Florence available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 32 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Appennino Shuttle101h 25mNOK 232.62
Autolinee Federico11h 30mNOK 275.19
FlixBus321h 29mNOK 86.43
Itabus131h 20mNOK 159.91
Marino21h 28mNOK 217.57
  • Appennino Shuttle is a coach company operating in central Italy, providing transport services to Florence, Bologna, and Calenzano. Their coaches offer comfortable seating with extra legroom and air conditioning. Although there is no onboard WiFi, passengers can enjoy the scenic Tuscan countryside or bring along their reading material.

  • Autolinee Federico is an Italian coach company based in Reggio Calabria with service across the Italian peninsula to cities like Turin, Rimini, Florence, and Bari. Autolinee has the latest generation of coaches, which provide spacious seats, legroom, USB charging outlets, and onboard toilets.

  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 32 trips from Bologna to Florence, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hour and 29 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.

  • Itabus is an Italian coach company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker coaches with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power sockets, toilets, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.

  • Marino coaches travel across Italy to cities such as Naples, Padua, and Lecce, and into neighbouring countries including France, Switzerland, and Germany. Their fleet features comfortable reclining seats, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi connectivity, a toilet, and even a minibar!

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Bologna to Florence

There are 58 scheduled coaches that travel from Bologna to Florence every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Bologna to Florence without transferring.

Trips per day

58

Direct trips

58

The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 50 miles from Bologna to Florence. However, the fastest coach only takes 20 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

50

Distance (km)

81

The first coach leaves at 0:15 and the last coach leaves at 23:54. To see the times for all coaches from Bologna to Florence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:15am

Latest coach

11:54pm

Because many passengers travel from Bologna to Florence at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Wednesday

City Information

Florence

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Florence is located in Central-Northern Italy, in the lush Tuscany region. Regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance, this city is an art lover's idea of heaven. The city's plethora of museums, palaces, churches, and artistic treasures landed Florence the #1 spot in our ranking of the most cultured cities in Europe.

Visit the Uffizi Gallery to see many of the world's greatest Renaissance masterpieces, including work by Raphael, da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Michelangelo's famous sculpture of David in his birthday suit is on view at the Accademia Galleria. The Museo Galileo (formerly the Institute and Museum of the History of Science) is another must-see attraction to learn about the scientific instruments vital to some of the 13th century's world-changing discoveries.

After you have finished exploring Florence's many museums and galleries, head outside to enjoy a relaxing stroll through the Boboli Gardens and appreciate this stunning example of “green architecture.”

The city is also home to almost every high-end designer label you can bring to mind, as well as museums dedicated to Gucci and Ferragamo. For a less expensive shopping experience, visit one of the many affordable boutiques and local clothing stores for a more authentic taste of the city.

Florence is a top-rated destination, meaning it has well-established international and national travel connections. Florence's Amerigo Vespucci International Airport makes air travel simple. Fast and modern trains also connect the city to numerous European cities, and many coach carriers offer frequent services to Florence.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Bologna?

Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6

Coaches to Florence leave from 3 stations in Bologna.

All coach stations in Bologna:

  • Piazza XX Settembre 6
  • Bus Stop
  • Guglielmo Marconi Airport

Where does the coach arrive in Florence?

Main arrival station: Viale Filippo Strozzi

Florence Piazzale Montelungo is Florence's central coach terminal located directly next to the main railway station, Firenze SMN. FlixBus, MarinoBus, and Itabus coaches depart regularly for cities across Italy, including Pisa, Milan, and Rome. The coach terminal area does not have any amenities, as it relies on those in the main railway station for shops, restaurants and cafes, ticket offices, and waiting areas. The coach terminal is located in the city centre and is within walking distance from Florence's main attractions.

Coach stations in Florence:

  • Viale Filippo Strozzi
  • Villa Constanza Bus Station
  • Firenze S.M.N.
  • Florence Park Villa Constanza
  • Viale XI Agosto

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