The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 52 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
27265:55 PM3h50Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:45 PMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€121One-way0 transfers
27023:15 AM3h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:10 AMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€151One-way0 transfers
27901:20 PM3h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)5:15 PMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:55 AM5h05Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo10:00 AMVenezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia€221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus1:05 AM5h55Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo7:00 AMVenezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia€261One-way1 transfer
054 · 0642:15 AM3h45Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)6:00 AMVenezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)€461One-way1 transfer
27265:55 PM3h50Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)9:45 PMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€121One-way0 transfers
054 · 0742:15 AM3h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)6:10 AMTreviso, Piazzale Duca D'Aosta€491One-way1 transfer
27023:15 AM3h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)7:10 AMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€151One-way0 transfers
27901:20 PM3h55Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)5:15 PMVenezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover)€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a flight costs an average of €475.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €475 Average price | €33 Average price | €87 Average price | €63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average €33.
A bus is €69 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average €87.
A bus is €457 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia costing on average €475.
Other travel options to Venice Santa Lucia take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 58m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €45. The journey takes 4h 4m versus 2h 40m 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 FlixBus, Itabus, 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.
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 5h55 | 7:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 1 transfer | |
054 · 074 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h55 | 6:10 AM Treviso, Piazzale Duca D'Aosta | 1 transfer | |
054 · 064 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 6:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) | 1 transfer | |
2702 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h55 | 7:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 5h05 | 10:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h55 | 5:15 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 5:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 9:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 7h20 | 7:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia
Buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 18:25. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 6:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, GoOpti from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa LuciaYou can travel by bus between Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, GoOpti for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia, 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.
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