The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Florence
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€5
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€12
Fastest journey on Oct 08
1 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
1 h 15 m
Buses on Oct 08
42
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna 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 to Florence will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 42 buses from Bologna to Florence, including 42 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 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.
241112:40 PM1h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€51One-way0 transfers
27011:50 AM1h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)3:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€71One-way0 transfers
24952:50 AM1h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)4:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:54 PM1h36Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1:30 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:35 PM1h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:20 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:54 PM1h11Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1:05 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 AM1h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:15 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:50 PM1h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:05 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:25 AM1h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:40 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:40 PM1h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:00 PMFlorence, Guidoni Tram T2€111One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Florence
Buses from Bologna to Florence run on average 49 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 49 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 81 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 49 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Bologna to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Florence buses for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
055 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
2421 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 2:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h40 | 2:40 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
2701 | 1:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 3:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 3:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h30 | 4:40 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h00 | 5:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 5:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 6:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
130 | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 8:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 9:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 10:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 11:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2723 | 11:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 12:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 1:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2411 | 12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h55 | 3:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 5:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h25 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 6:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 6:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h30 | 7:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h35 | 8:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 9:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 9:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 9:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 10:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 11:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Appennino Shuttle
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Appennino Shuttle
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Appennino Shuttle
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Busitalia
- Small pets (cats or small dogs) are allowed free of charge if held and not disturbing other customers
- medium and large dogs require a ticket and must have a muzzle and leash.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Florence
Most Bologna to Florence buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do buses to Florence leave from?
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) from Bologna city centre
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) bus station facilities and services
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli). ATMs are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): The bus station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Which Florence station do buses from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 from Florence city centre
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