- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aix-en-Provence to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aix-en-Provence to Florence will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Aix-en-Provence to Florence without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Aix-en-Provence to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. 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 $44, and a flight costs an average of $22.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $229 Average price | $208 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 18m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aix-en-Provence to Florence:
A bus is $157 (€127) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-en-Provence to Florence costing on average $225 (€182).
A bus is $161 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aix-en-Provence to Florence costing on average $229 (€186).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 48m.
Train takes on average 9h 55m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $208 (€168) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $140 (€113). The journey takes 7h 48m versus 7h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Aix-en-Provence to Florence buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON) | 9h45 | 7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON) | 9h50 | 9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON) | 10h50 | 2:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Aix-en-Provence to Florence run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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