- 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
$12
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mestre to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mestre to Florence will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Mestre for Florence on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 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 Mestre to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$57 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
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 Mestre to Florence:
A train is $26 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mestre to Florence costing on average $57 (€47).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Mestre to Florence buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
065 · 055 | 9:30 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) | 3h45 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 8:05 AM Mestre | 3h35 | 11:40 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mestre to Florence run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mestre to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mestre to Florence buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Mestre and Florence 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.
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