- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$12
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$27
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 52 m
Buses on Sep 19
9
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Piacenza will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 buses from Florence to Piacenza, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 188 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 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, while a flight costs an average of $402.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $402 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Piacenza:
A train is $0.64 (€0.52) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Piacenza costing on average $36 (€30).
A train is $367 (€300) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Piacenza costing on average $402 (€329).
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 46m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€30) compared to roughly $70 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 3h 39m versus 2h 37m 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 Itabus, TTI Leonettibus.
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 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Piacenza buses for today, Friday, September 18. 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 | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h55 | 5:00 AM Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 11:05 PM Florence | 3h45 | 2:50 AM Piacenza | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
3898 | 1:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h45 | 4:50 AM Piacenza, Piazzale Guglielmo Marconi (Stazione Ferroviaria) | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 · 062 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h10 | 6:25 AM Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) | 1 transfer | |
2418 | 4:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 7:15 AM Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h50 | 11:55 PM Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) | 1 transfer | |
2400 | 6:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 10:10 PM Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 6h40 | 5:00 AM Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h05 | 5:00 AM Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 5h20 | 5:00 AM Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Florence to Piacenza run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta), Piacenza -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Piacenza buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) station pair, with some services arriving at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero). Use this guide to compare Florence and Piacenza 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.
Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) is 1 km from Piacenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta). ATMs are available at Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta).
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta).
Available at Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza, Viale Sant'Ambrogio (Torrione Fodesta): Wheelchair accessible entrances available.
Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) is 2 km from Piacenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero). ATMs are available at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero).
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero).
Available at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza, Via Portapuglia / Via Caorsana (Parcheggio Cimitero): Basic access for disabled persons available.
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