How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Florence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Florence start from $9. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Florence?

The average bus trip duration from Bologna to Florence is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 53 miles (85 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BusItalia .

Which bus companies service the Bologna to Florence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Appennino Shuttle , MarinoBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , BusItalia , GoOpti .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Florence?

The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Florence at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:54pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Florence?

A bus trip from Bologna to Florence generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Florence?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Appennino Shuttle has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bologna to Florence from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Bologna	1h 30m	4:30pm	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	7:55am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:20am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	3:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 10m	9:40pm	Scandicci - Villa Costanza	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	2:15am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	6:35am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	2:15am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	2:15am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	2:15am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Bologna	1h 30m	4:30pm	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Bologna	1h 20m	10:50am	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Bologna	1h 30m	4:30pm	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Bologna	1h 20m	10:50am	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	11:54pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	1:05am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Bologna	1h 20m	10:50am	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	No tags
Bus	12:45am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	2:05am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:45 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bologna to Florence

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

51 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $76	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $155	Average Duration38m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $24	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Florence?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Stops in Florence

A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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B
Scandicci - Villa Costanza
Via della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
Visit page
C
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
A1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
Visit page
D
Florence Airport
Visit page
E
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
Visit page
F
Via Cassia, 49B
Via Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5954 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi3.1

Appennino Shuttle

4.5/5223 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.4

Appenni o Shuttle is praised for its convenience in connecting Bologna airport and Florence, with clean buses and professional drivers. Many users appreciate the punctuality of departures and arrivals, as well as the cooperative behavior of staff. However, there was a mention of an issue regarding ticket acceptance by one driver.

Appennino Shuttle Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

Exellent cooperative behavior of driver yesterday night at 10 oclock from Bologna to Florence

Aqeel H.

November 10, 2025

Appenni o Shuttle is very convenient connecting Bolognia airport and Florencia. It's a relaible mode of transportation, clean and drivers are very professional. Recommended 120%

Diana O.

September 16, 2023

Bus was late, driver didn’t accept my pass at first, I had to argue to get on the bus.

Daniel P.

June 1, 2023

MarinoBus

4/5898 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.3

Based on 898 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at $21

MarinoBus Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

The driver came late and the bus left the station late. Missed my train because of the delay. And also missed my appointment. Very sad😢

Chinedu J.

May 29, 2021

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,229 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

BusItalia

4/5159 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.7

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

IT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Florence by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Florence start from $9. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Florence?
The average bus trip duration from Bologna to Florence is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 53 miles (85 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BusItalia.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BusItalia, GoOpti.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Florence at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:54pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Florence?
A bus trip from Bologna to Florence generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Appennino Shuttle has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/13

$8

12/14

$37

Today

$9

12/16

$8

12/17

$8

12/18

$9

12/19

$9

12/20

$9

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Florence was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Florence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $76 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.