The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Bologna Airport
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence 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 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 to Bologna Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 34018 · Treno 17816 effettuato con bus FI362+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0778:41 AM2h46Florence Rifredi11:27 AMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX11911:38 AM2h37Florence Santa Maria Novella2:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18744 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0899:27 AM2h48Florence Rifredi12:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18832 · Autobus TTPER B0400+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX10310:40 AM2h31Florence Rifredi1:11 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18832 · Autobus TTPER B0400+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX10310:40 AM2h31Florence Rifredi1:11 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 34018 · Treno 17816 effettuato con bus FI362+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0778:41 AM2h46Florence Rifredi11:27 AMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18744 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680+
MARCONI EXPRESS MX0899:27 AM2h48Florence Rifredi12:15 PMBologna Airport€231One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Florence to Bologna Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence 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 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 85 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Bologna Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bologna Airport buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 34018 · Treno 17816 effettuato con bus FI362+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX077 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 2h46 | 11:27 AM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18744 · Treno 17820 effettuato con bus FI680+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX089 | 9:27 AM Florence Rifredi | 2h48 | 12:15 PM Bologna Airport | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18832 · Autobus TTPER B0400+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX103 | 10:40 AM Florence Rifredi | 2h31 | 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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Why should you book Florence to Bologna Airport 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 BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Bologna Airport.
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- 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 Florence to Bologna Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Bologna Airport
Buses from Florence to Bologna Airport run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 85 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Bus providers: Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia, Marino Autolinee from Florence to Bologna AirportYou can travel by bus between Florence to Bologna Airport with Appennino Shuttle, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Busitalia, Marino Autolinee for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Appennino Shuttle
FlixBus
Itabus
Infobus
Marino Autolinee
BlaBlaCar Bus
Busitalia
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FAQs: Bus from Florence to Bologna Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Florence to Bologna Airport
- 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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