- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manarola to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manarola to Florence will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manarola for Florence on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
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FlixBus
FlixBus
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061 · 055Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manarola to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Manarola to Florence:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manarola to Florence costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 44m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 11m 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 Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
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 12:10AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Manarola to Florence buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
207 | 7:05 AM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 3h00 | 10:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 2h10 | 1:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 1h55 | 4:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
061 · 055 | 8:45 PM La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 4h30 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Manarola to Florence run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:37, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 12:37 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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