How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Florence?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Florence start at R 143. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bologna to Florence?

The average bus journey time from Bologna to Florence is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 85 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BusItalia .

Which bus companies service the Bologna to Florence route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Appennino Shuttle , MarinoBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , BusItalia , GoOpti .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Florence?

The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Florence at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:54.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Florence?

A bus trip from Bologna to Florence produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Florence?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Appennino Shuttle has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Florence?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bologna to Florence from R 125 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:05	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	14:25	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	20:30	Bologna Autostazione	1h 10m	21:40	Scandicci - Villa Costanza	Fastest
Bus	09:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	11:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	23:40	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	01:15	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	10:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	11:20	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	06:35	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Cheapest
Bus	23:54	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	01:05	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	15:00	Bologna	1h 30m	16:30	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Bologna	1h 30m	16:30	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	20:30	Bologna Autostazione	1h 10m	21:40	Scandicci - Villa Costanza	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	02:15	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	23:54	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	01:05	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	02:15	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
Bus	23:54	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	01:05	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	02:15	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Bologna	1h 30m	16:30	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	20:30	Bologna Autostazione	1h 10m	21:40	Scandicci - Villa Costanza	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	02:15	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Next departures from Bologna to Florence on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:00	Bologna	1h 30m	16:30	Florence, Villa Costanza A1	Cheapest
Bus	23:54	Bologna Autostazione	1h 11m	01:05	Florence (Villa Costanza)	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	02:05	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	07:15	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	08:35	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
Bus	01:00	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	02:15	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:58 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bologna to Florence

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

81 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 143 - R 1 314	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 274 - R 2 654	Average duration38m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 82 - R 411	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Florence?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Stops in Florence

A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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B
Scandicci - Villa Costanza
Via della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
Visit page
C
Florence Airport
Visit page
D
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
A1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
Visit page
E
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
Visit page
F
Via Cassia, 49B
Via Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5952 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Appennino Shuttle

4.5/5221 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4.4

Appenni o Shuttle is praised for its convenience in connecting Bologna airport and Florence, with clean buses and professional drivers. Many users appreciate the punctuality of departures and arrivals, as well as the cooperative behavior of staff. However, there was a mention of an issue regarding ticket acceptance by one driver.

Appennino Shuttle Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

Exellent cooperative behavior of driver yesterday night at 10 oclock from Bologna to Florence

Aqeel H.

10 November 2025

Appenni o Shuttle is very convenient connecting Bolognia airport and Florencia. It's a relaible mode of transportation, clean and drivers are very professional. Recommended 120%

Diana O.

16 September 2023

Bus was late, driver didn’t accept my pass at first, I had to argue to get on the bus.

Daniel P.

1 June 2023

MarinoBus

4/5896 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.3

Based on 896 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 364

MarinoBus Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

The driver came late and the bus left the station late. Missed my train because of the delay. And also missed my appointment. Very sad😢

Chinedu J.

29 May 2021

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 202 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

BusItalia

4/5158 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Florence by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bologna to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Florence start at R 143. The average price for this route is around R 228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bologna to Florence?
The average bus journey time from Bologna to Florence is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 85 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by BusItalia.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BusItalia, GoOpti.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bologna to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Florence at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:54.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Florence?
A bus trip from Bologna to Florence produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Appennino Shuttle has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/12

R 187

06/12

R 228

Today

R 187

08/12

R 145

09/12

R 145

10/12

R 125

11/12

R 125

12/12

R 125

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Florence was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 125

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Florence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 125 to R 1 085 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 125, which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually Itabus, MarinoBus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.