The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna Airport to Florence
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna Airport to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Florence will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 6 buses that leave Bologna Airport for Florence on Fri, Mar 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 27 the direct buses cover the 85 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Fri, Mar 27 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bologna Airport to Florence
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 85 km
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Airport to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Florence buses for today, Thursday, March 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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MARCONI EXPRESS MX038+ Autobus TTPER B0401 · TUSCANY LINE 18489 | 7:47 AM Bologna Airport | 2h37 | 10:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bologna Airport to Florence by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Bologna Airport to Florence buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Appennino Shuttle?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Appennino Shuttle, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Bologna Airport to Florence.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Appennino Shuttle with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bologna Airport to Florence.
Why book with Omio over Busbud, Checkmybus or Trainline?
- Official reseller: Appennino Shuttle tickets can only be bought on Omio or Appennino Shuttle's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Appennino Shuttle tickets. Busbud, Checkmybus or Trainline do not sell Appennino Shuttle tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bologna Airport to Florence.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna Airport to Florence
Buses from Bologna Airport to Florence run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 85 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 1h 11m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia from Bologna Airport to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Bologna Airport to Florence with Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FlixBus
Itabus
Infobus
Marino Autolinee
BlaBlaCar Bus
Busitalia
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna Airport to Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Airport to Florence by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Appennino Shuttle
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Appennino Shuttle
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna Airport to Florence
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
- 06:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
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