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Journey Information
There are 40 intercity coaches per day from Rome to Florence. Traveling by coach from Rome to Florence usually takes around 3 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Autoservizi Salemi coach can make the trip in 3 hours,
Distance | 143 mi (231 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 0m |
Cheapest price | £1.75 |
Trips per day | 38 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus |
Coach lines | 5 |
How much is a coach ticket from Rome to Florence?
£5.73 is the average price of a bus ticket from Rome to Florence. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 23 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £8.91 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Rome to Florence?
There are 5 bus lines from Rome to Florence available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 28 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 3h 0m | £19.65 |
FlixBus | 28 | 3h 47m | £8.87 |
Itabus | 11 | 3h 29m | £8.12 |
Marino | 3 | 3h 49m | £18.43 |
Sais Autolinee | 1 | 3h 0m | £19.62 |
Autoservizi Salemi
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that travels the length of the Italian peninsula daily. Some notable routes include stops in Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Their modern buses have excellent amenities including air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, WiFi, and snacks and drinks for sale.
FlixBus
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 28 trips from Rome to Florence, and usually makes the trip in about 3 hours and 47 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Itabus
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Sais Autolinee
Book Sais Autolinee from Rome to Florence from £19. There are 1 Sais Autolinee schedules from Rome to Florence and you can expect on average to pay for a Sais Autolinee ticket to Florence. In Rome, Sais Autolinee departs to Florence from Roma Tiburtina Bus Station and no other station. In Florence, Sais Autolinee arrives at Villa Constanza Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Sais Autolinee from Rome to Florence takes 3 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Sais Autolinee offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Florence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you do a day-trip to Florence from Rome?
What is the best way to get from Rome to Florence?
Is there a FlixBus from Rome to Florence?
Is it safe to travel by coach from Rome to Florence during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Our coach partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, coach carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the coach or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.
How long is the coach ride from Rome to Florence?
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 143 miles from Rome to Florence. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
What is the busiest day of the week to travel by coach?
Coaches departing from Rome to Florence tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap coach tickets or just want an emptier coach you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
When do the earliest and latest coaches leave Rome?
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Rome to Florence, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
How many coaches are there each day?
City Information
Rome



Rome is a city rich in cultural heritage, as well as one of the most romantic destinations in Europe. To fully understand the city’s extraordinary history, visitors should take the time to visit the Capitoline Museums, where the collections include hundreds of sculptures as well as the Capitoline Wolf, the symbol of Rome itself. The famous Trevi’s Fountain is also on the must-see list of many travelers. Boasting an amazing baroque design with mythological motifs, the fountain is one of the most photogenic spots in the city, and it is located near the principal shopping area. If you wish to check out some of the city’s most iconic structures, head over to the Sistine Chapel, which houses the famous fresco by Michelangelo.
Rome is every foodie’s heaven. As you explore the city’s food scene, don’t hesitate to take the chance to try out a local specialty, artichokes. The best place to try these out is at Nonna Betta. For those who want to try the famous Roma coffee, Caffe Sant'Eustachio might be the right spot.
The principal train station in Rome is the Termini station. The main bus station is Roma Tiburtina. The city’s air services are fulfilled by three airports: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport, and Roma-Urbe, of which the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is the largest.
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 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 Rome?

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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Largo Guido Mazzoni
Rome's main long-distance coach station, known as Autostazione Tiburtina, is located on Largo Guido Mazzoni in the northeast of the city. The modern, state-of-the-art facility has several small food outlets, restrooms, and left luggage facilities. Coach companies like FlixBus and RegioJet operate routes from Tiburtina to destinations including Venice and Prague. It can be accessed via the city's metro line B and is just a short walk to Roma Tiburtina railway station. Several hotels, bars, and restaurants line the nearby Via Tiburtina for the perfect welcome to the Eternal City.
All coach stations in Rome:
Largo Guido Mazzoni
Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
Via Vincenzo Giudice
Ciampino Airport
Roma Tiburtina Bus Station
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 buses 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.
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