- 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
$41
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
8
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
It's difficult to get from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $83 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 3h 32m versus 3h 1m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee.
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 02:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome Ciampino Airport 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 |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 10h25 | 3:40 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 10h15 | 9:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 9h05 | 7:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 12h15 | 11:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 10h20 | 5:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine" | 9h55 | 4:50 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 10:10 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 Rome Ciampino Airport 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 Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Rome Ciampino Airport 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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