The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Rome Ciampino Airport for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Fri, May 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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.
11:00 AM3h10Rome Ciampino Airport2:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$201One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM2h40Rome Ciampino Airport3:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$201One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM3h00Rome Ciampino Airport11:30 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$251One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM3h10Rome Ciampino Airport11:10 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM12h15Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine"11:00 PMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo$381One-way1 transfer
12:30 PM2h40Rome Ciampino Airport3:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$201One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM3h00Rome Ciampino Airport11:30 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$251One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM3h10Rome Ciampino Airport2:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$201One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM3h10Rome Ciampino Airport11:10 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:45 AM12h15Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine"11:00 PMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. 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 $19, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m 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 Santa Maria Novella:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 29m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€34) compared to roughly $84 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€33). The journey takes 3h 29m versus 3h 8m 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.
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.
Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM Rome Ciampino Airport | 12h15 | 10:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Rome Ciampino Airport | 12h35 | 3:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Marino Autolinee?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Marino Autolinee, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Buses from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria NovellaYou can travel by bus between Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Ciampino Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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