The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Florence
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€95
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Florence will cost around €95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
Of the 8 buses that leave Geneva for Florence on Tue, Mar 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct buses cover the 484 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
FlixBus09:00AM10h50Geneve, Place Dorcière07:50PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus05:35AM12h15Geneve, Place Dorcière05:50PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€701One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus09:00AM12h00Geneve, Place Dorcière09:00PMFlorence, Guidoni Tram T2€721One-way1 transfer
FlixBus04:05PM13h10Geneve, Place Dorcière05:15AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€831One-way0 transfers
FlixBus04:05PM12h40Geneve, Place Dorcière04:45AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo€831One-way0 transfers
FlixBus06:20PM9h35Geneve, Place Dorcière03:55AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo€1261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:35PM9h45Geneve, Place Dorcière08:20AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€1331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus06:20PM9h55Geneve, Place Dorcière04:15AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€1331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus09:00AM10h50Geneve, Place Dorcière07:50PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)€591One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus09:00AM12h00Geneve, Place Dorcière09:00PMFlorence, Guidoni Tram T2€721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 484 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price | €156 Average price |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Florence buses for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 13h10 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h40 | 2:45 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 16h00 | 6:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h55 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h35 | 1:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 9h45 | 6:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h15 | 3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h50 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 12h00 | 7:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio or Sellitto to find the best option for your trip from Geneva to Florence.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Florence
Buses from Geneva to Florence run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 484 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 484 km |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Sellitto from Geneva to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Florence with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Sellitto for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Geneva to Florence
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
- 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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