The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0400+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX10310:20 AM2h51Florence Santa Maria Novella1:11 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX11911:38 AM2h37Florence Santa Maria Novella2:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18508 · Autobus FI680+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0899:09 AM3h06Florence Santa Maria Novella12:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX11911:38 AM2h37Florence Santa Maria Novella2:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0400+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX10310:20 AM2h51Florence Santa Maria Novella1:11 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18508 · Autobus FI680+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0899:09 AM3h06Florence Santa Maria Novella12:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 84 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
94742 | 2:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2402 | 2:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2794 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3804 | 4:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 5:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 | 6:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 7:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 7:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 8:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2400 | 6:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 8:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4788 | 7:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 8:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 9:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2728 | 8:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 10:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2728 | 8:35 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 1h30 | 10:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h25 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h05 | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h45 | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
Regionale 18508 · Autobus FI680+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX089 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 12:15 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0400+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX103 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h51 | 1:11 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX119 | 11:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h37 | 2:15 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport
Buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 84 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna AirportYou can travel by bus between Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport with Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Airport 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 Bologna Airport, 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.
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