The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 29
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 29
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 29
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 29
1 h 12 m
Buses on Sep 29
39
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Tue, Sep 29, we found 39 buses from Florence to Bologna Centrale, including 39 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 29 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Tue, Sep 29 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
212611:55 AM1h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)1:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
38981:05 AM1h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)2:25 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
27265:55 PM1h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
27901:20 PM1h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)2:40 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
24145:30 PM1h20Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)6:50 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:05 PM1h10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:05 AM1h10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)1:15 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:20 AM1h10Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)6:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:35 AM1h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 AM1h15Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Florence to Bologna Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bologna Centrale buses for today, Monday, September 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2702 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 6:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 7:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 8:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 8:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 10:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 12:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h20 | 12:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2126 | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 2:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
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 | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2414 | 5:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:50 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 | |
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 | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 9:55 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 | |
131 | 8:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 10:00 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 | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:20 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 | |
| Tuesday, September 29 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3898 | 1:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 2:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Buses from Florence to Bologna Centrale run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 50 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 83 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 50 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Bus from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Busitalia
- People with disabilities or reduced mobility have the right to free transport of their folding wheelchair or mobility aids in the luggage compartment, and assistance dogs and companions travel free of charge if continuous assistance is required.
- 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.
- Busitalia
- Vouchers are issued for cancellations made before departure, which can be used for future purchases within one year.
- 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).
- Busitalia
- One piece of hand luggage (50x30x25 cm, max 10 kg) and one piece of hold luggage (80x50x30 cm, max 20 kg) are included free of charge.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Busitalia
- An additional hold luggage item (80x50x30 cm, max 20 kg) or special baggage (total volume not exceeding 240 cm, max 30 kg) can be purchased.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Most Florence to Bologna Centrale buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Bologna Centrale bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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