- Must visit
National Gallery of Parma
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Parma will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 9 buses from Florence to Parma, including 7 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 3 h 6 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.
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Buses from Florence to Parma run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 2h 25m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Florence to Parma.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 05:11AM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:24PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Parma buses for today, Sunday, November 1. 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 | 11:15 AM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 3h05 | 2:20 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h55 | 2:20 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
2126 | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h50 | 2:45 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h14 | 7:24 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h40 | 8:50 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 2:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h06 | 5:11 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 · 062 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h20 | 5:35 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 6:25 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 1 transfer | |
2422 | 3:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h05 | 6:10 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 10:30 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Florence to Parma with FlixBus, Itabus, and Marino Autolinee. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Parma — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Parma trip today.
Parma’s premier art museum displays Correggio, Parmigianino, and other masters in the monumental Pilotta complex.
One of Italy’s oldest theaters can be visited as a museum, admired for its grand wooden architecture and courtly history.
This unusual museum preserves Giambattista Bodoni’s tools, editions, and typographic legacy in the city of his greatest work.
Parma’s central square is the civic heart of the city, framed by historic buildings and ideal for orienting a walking tour.
This elegant square beside the cathedral and baptistery offers Parma’s most photogenic concentration of medieval monuments.
A large green space near the Pilotta, popular for walks, river views, and relaxed breaks beside major monuments.
Cured raw ham aged around Parma, prized for its sweet, delicate flavor and protected PDO status. A defining food of the city and wider province.
Hard aged cheese made near Parma from cow's milk. Its nutty, savory taste and long tradition make it one of Italy's most iconic foods.
Fresh stuffed pasta filled with ricotta and herbs or greens, often served with butter and Parmigiano. A classic first course in Parma homes and trattorias.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Chef Enrico Crippa in a refined setting at Casa Maria Luigia, focused on highly creative Italian tasting menus.
Popular casual spot for regional cooking and generous portions, especially pasta and cured meats, with a lively, old-style Parma trattoria feel.
Historic Parma restaurant known for classic local dishes, cured meats, and fresh pasta in an elegant but traditional atmosphere near the center.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels vary by season, and local buses are fairly cheap for visitors.
Tipping is optional. A small tip or rounding up is appreciated in restaurants and cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Parma Terminal Bus -> Parma Railway Station
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Parma.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Parma buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Parma, Terminal Bus station pair, with some services arriving at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel. Use this guide to compare Florence and Parma bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Parma, Novotel Centro hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Hotel restaurant available for meals.
Free Wi-Fi available in the hotel lobby. ATMs are available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel.
Available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel: Hotel entrance and facilities are accessible for people with disabilities.
Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The hotel has an on-site restaurant offering various meals.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel for guests. ATMs are available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel.
Available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel: The hotel is accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.