Florence to Empoli bus with BlaBlaCar

Thu, May 07
+ Add return
BlaBlaCar
Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
2,000+ travel companies
BlaBlaCar
Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina
FlixBus
Alsa
BlaBlaCar Bus
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Empoli

Showing times and prices for May 07

Cheapest price

$4

Average price

$4

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

26 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Empoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Florence to Empoli will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Florence for Empoli on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 30 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    8:50 PM0h20
    Florence
    9:10 PMEmpoli
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    7:30 AM0h20
    Florence
    7:50 AMEmpoli
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    3:50 PM0h30
    Florence
    4:20 PMEmpoli
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    7:50 AM0h30
    Florence
    8:20 AMEmpoli
    $51One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    11:00 AM0h30
    Florence
    11:30 AMEmpoli
    $51One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Florence to Empoli

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Empoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $6.

Distance: 15 miles (25 km)

Compare bus with

Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$9

Average price

$6

Average price

Cheapest

$7

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

30m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar

Most popular bus company

Regionale

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Empoli is a train with an average price of $6 (€5).

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Empoli:

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Empoli costing on average $9 (€7).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Empoli is by train with an average journey time of 30m.

Other travel options to Empoli take longer:

Bus takes on average 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Empoli including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Empoli among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about -1h -13m sooner (50m by bus vs 37m by car) and save roughly $-1.93 (€-1.54) compared to fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $7 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Florence to Empoli Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$5
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:20PM
Arrival Time
05:40PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$3
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
06:30PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:50PM
Arrival Time
09:10PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$4

Live departures

Florence to Empoli bus times

The table below shows live departures for Florence to Empoli buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blablacar7:30 AM Florence
0h20
7:50 AM Empoli0 transfersDirect
blablacar7:50 AM Florence
0h30
8:20 AM Empoli0 transfersDirect
blablacar11:00 AM Florence
0h30
11:30 AM Empoli0 transfersDirect
blablacar3:50 PM Florence
0h30
4:20 PM Empoli0 transfersDirect
blablacar8:50 PM Florence
0h20
9:10 PM Empoli0 transfersDirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Florence to Empoli by train or bus

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Thu
May 07
Fri
May 08
Sat
May 09
Sun
May 10
Mon
May 11
Tue
May 12
Wed
May 13

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Florence to Empoli

ItalyItaly
ItalyItaly
Icon of bus

Buses from Florence to Empoli run on average 6 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 20:13. The fastest bus covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
15 miles (25 km)
Average bus duration
50m
Cheapest ticket price
$6 (€5)
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
12:40 AM
Last bus
8:13 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina from Florence to EmpoliYou can travel by bus between Florence to Empoli with BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Bus from Florence to Empoli

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Empoli 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 Empoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Florence to Empoli can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Florence to Empoli is $9 (€7) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Florence to Empoli is 35m to travel the 15 miles (25 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Florence to Empoli leaves at 12:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Florence to Empoli leaves at 8:13 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Florence to Empoli with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Florence to Empoli, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Urbano Area Metropolitana Fiorentina for the best way to get you to Empoli. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Florence and Empoli and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Empoli from Florence is worth doing with a journey time of 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Florence to Empoli is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Empoli including taking a train and bus.
No, the bus from Florence to Empoli has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Florence to Empoli.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Florence to Empoli.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Florence to Empoli.
No, luggage for the bus from Florence to Empoli needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Florence to Empoli.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Florence to Empoli.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Florence to Empoli.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Florence to Empoli.
Since both Florence and Empoli are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Empoli among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Empoli, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and markets. It's advisable to keep valuables secure and be aware of common scams such as distraction techniques used to steal wallets or phones. Additionally, watch for unofficial taxi services that may overcharge. Staying vigilant and using authorized transportation helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Florence to Empoli

Florence
Empoli
The major bus station for departures in Florence is Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) for your trip from Florence to Empoli.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via di Scandicci
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
  • Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone