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Santa Giulia Museum
Brescia’s main city museum inside a former monastery complex, covering Roman remains, Lombard heritage, sacred art, and archaeology. It is the city’s standout museum and part of the UNESCO-listed mona
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 53 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Brescia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Brescia will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 buses that leave Florence for Brescia on Tue, Jun 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Brescia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. 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 $14, and a flight costs an average of $129.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $129 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Brescia:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Brescia costing on average $32 (€26).
A bus is $103 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Brescia costing on average $129 (€104).
Other travel options to Brescia take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 17m.
Flight takes on average 6h 30m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $78 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $53 (€43). The journey takes 4h 17m versus 3h 0m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:49AM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Brescia buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3506 | 2:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h10 | 6:45 AM Brescia, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h45 | 11:05 AM Brescia, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h05 | 7:55 PM Brescia, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ Autobus TRENORD 1911A · S31 TRENORD 21908 | 9:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h54 | 5:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Florence to Brescia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:36, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:36 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Brescia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brescia trip today.
Brescia’s main city museum inside a former monastery complex, covering Roman remains, Lombard heritage, sacred art, and archaeology. It is the city’s standout museum and part of the UNESCO-listed mona
An open-air and partly indoor archaeological museum area with the Roman forum, Capitolium, theatre, and excavated streets. It is one of northern Italy’s most important Roman sites and a core cultural
The city’s principal art gallery, known for Renaissance and Baroque painting with works linked to Raphael, Lotto, Savoldo, and Romanino. A refined stop for visitors interested in Italian art beyond th
Brescia’s elegant Renaissance square, framed by the Loggia and historic façades. It is one of the city’s essential public spaces and a natural base for exploring the center on foot.
The monumental cathedral square where the Old Cathedral, New Cathedral, and Broletto stand together. This is the symbolic heart of historic Brescia and one of the city’s most photogenic places.
The city’s most important historic walking street, linking major Roman and museum sites. It is ideal for first-time visitors and central to Brescia’s cultural identity.
Stuffed pasta typical of the Brescia area, often filled with meat, cheese, and breadcrumbs, then dressed with butter, sage, and Grana Padano.
A classic Brescia Sunday dish of slow-roasted skewered meats and potatoes, traditionally cooked for many hours and central to local family meals.
Beef braised slowly with olive oil, anchovy, and capers from nearby Rovato in the province of Brescia; one of the area's most famous specialties.
Established fine dining restaurant known for polished service, seasonal ingredients, and a sophisticated atmosphere.
Well-known historic restaurant in Brescia appreciated for refined Brescian and Italian cuisine in an elegant setting.
Popular traditional trattoria in the historic center, known for hearty local dishes, meat specialties, and classic Brescia flavors.
Moderate by Italian standards. Daily costs are lower than Milan, with good-value dining and hotels.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
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