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The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Showing times and prices for Dec 26
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
53
Distance
83 km
Cheap tickets
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 €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Fast buses
Of the 53 buses that leave Florence for Bologna Centrale on Fri, Dec 26, 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 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.
272605:55PM1h20
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)07:15PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€71One-way
0 transfers
112209:20PM1h20
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:40PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€71One-way
0 transfers
249007:35PM1h20
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)08:55PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€71One-way
0 transfers
03:10PM1h10
Florence04:20PMBologna Centrale
€71One-way
0 transfers
11:30AM1h20
Florence12:50PMBologna Centrale
€71One-way
0 transfers
03:10PM1h10
Florence04:20PMBologna Centrale
€71One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus09:05PM1h10
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)10:15PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus12:05AM1h10
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)01:15AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€131One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus05:20AM1h10
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)06:30AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€131One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus06:15PM1h15
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)07:30PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€121One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Bologna Centrale 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 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 83 km
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Bologna Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bologna Centrale buses for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 7:27 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h20 | 11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2126 | 10:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2790 | 12:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 4:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 4788 | 6:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 7:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 8:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h05 | 12:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h45 | 12:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 12:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 12:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
| 3898 | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2422 | 2:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2792 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2418 | 3:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 5:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 5:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Bologna Centrale
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Buses from Florence to Bologna Centrale run on average 39 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 83 km distance in 1h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Florence to Bologna CentraleYou can travel by bus between Florence to Bologna Centrale with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
€6
Itabus frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
€6
FlixBus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€20
Marino Autolinee frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
€6
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Florence to Bologna Centrale can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Florence to Bologna Centrale is €8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Florence to Bologna Centrale coach travel time is 1 h 20 min for the 82 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale leaves at 22: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Florence to Bologna Centrale without having to change trains with Itabus, FlixBus or Marino Autolinee. There are 18 direct coaches from Florence to Bologna Centrale each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Florence to Bologna Centrale you can take a coach with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Appennino Shuttle or BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Florence to Bologna Centrale on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Bologna Centrale from Florence is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Florence to Bologna Centrale by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel between Florence and Bologna Centrale 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Florence to Bologna Centrale, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
No, luggage for the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Florence to Bologna Centrale.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Florence
Bologna
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Via di ScandicciWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
- Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Via ValfondaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
- Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
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