- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential Renaissance collections.
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
16 h 49 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Florence will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
Of the 19 buses that leave Paris for Florence on Fri, Jul 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 886 km distance in an average of 16 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 17 h 10 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $130.
Distance: 550 miles (886 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price Cheapest | $180 Average price | $204 Average price | $439 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 48m Average total duration 19h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Florence:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Florence costing on average $180 (€148).
A bus is $85 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Florence costing on average $204 (€168).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 6m.
Bus takes on average 19h 18m.
Tickets start at around $118 (€97) compared to roughly $439 (€361) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $321 (€264). The journey takes 19h 18m versus 11h 42m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $240 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 42h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $151 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Florence buses for today, Thursday, July 9. 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 | 5:55 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 24h05 | 6:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h20 | 8:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h00 | 8:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
94763 | 6:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h35 | 10:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h20 | 12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 19h00 | 4:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h00 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 21h50 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 23h50 | 11:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 20h30 | 7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h10 | 7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
4787 | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h35 | 4:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h05 | 11:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h55 | 7:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Paris to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 19h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 550 miles (886 km) distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 550 miles (886 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential Renaissance collections.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this compact museum is one of the city’s most sought-after visits and often sells out in advance.
A vast former Medici palace housing major museum collections and royal apartments. A strong choice for art, interiors, and court history.
The ceremonial heart of Florence, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors.
Florence’s historic civic square, filled with sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The city’s best-known panoramic terrace, especially popular for sunset views and social-media photos of the Florence skyline.
A thick-cut T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare and simply seasoned. It is Florence’s signature dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A traditional Tuscan soup made with bread, cannellini beans, and seasonal vegetables such as kale. It is a hearty Florentine comfort food with peasant roots.
A thick tomato and bread soup flavored with garlic, basil, and olive oil. It is a beloved Tuscan dish that turns simple ingredients into something rich and satisfying.
One of Florence’s most celebrated fine dining destinations, renowned for haute cuisine and an exceptional wine program. Ideal for a special occasion meal.
Long-established Florentine restaurant with a simple, old-school setting. Best known for traditional home-style cooking, including its famous butter chicken and classic Tuscan plates.
Historic casual trattoria near the Mercato Centrale, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes and a lively local atmosphere. Especially known for Florentine steak and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and central hotels raise costs, but cafés, pizza, and local trattorias can still be good value.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés or 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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