The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Genoa
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Genoa will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 12 buses that leave Florence for Genoa on Wed, Feb 04, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
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Compare bus and train for Florence to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 198 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Genoa bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Genoa buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h45 | 9:15 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h40 | 1:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h05 | 6:50 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 3h20 | 1:25 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h00 | 1:25 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 · 060 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h00 | 7:15 AM Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 5:55 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2h55 | 5:55 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Genoa
Buses from Florence to Genoa run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 198 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 198 km |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:09 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Gruppo Di Maio from Florence to GenoaYou can travel by bus between Florence to Genoa with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- 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 Genoa
- 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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