- 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
$46
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
7 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Taranto to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Florence will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 20 buses that leave Taranto for Florence on Fri, Jun 19, 2 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 614 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 46 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
2422
FlixBus · FlixBus
1106 · 3492
105 · 130
1106 · 2126
Autobus PZ728 · Autobus PZ114+
FRECCIAROSSA 9514
Autobus PZ104 · Autobus PZ110+
FRECCIAROSSA 9434
BUS LP702+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
304 · 302 · 206
2422Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 381 miles (614 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $100 Average price | $228 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Taranto to Florence:
A bus is $43 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Florence costing on average $89 (€73).
A bus is $54 (€45) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taranto to Florence costing on average $100 (€82).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 9h 39m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $228 (€187) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $183 (€150). The journey takes 9h 39m versus 7h 26m 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 Itabus, 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 Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:46PM | Duration 7h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:44AM | Arrival Time 03:46PM | Duration 9h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:02PM | Arrival Time 09:46PM | Duration 9h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:11PM | Duration 8h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Taranto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h55 | 5:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h30 | 4:50 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 12h05 | 7:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 14h50 | 11:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
105 · 130 | 9:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h20 | 8:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
1106 · 2126 | 10:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 13h25 | 11:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
1106 · 3492 | 10:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h50 | 10:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 12h15 | 11:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
Autobus PZ728 · Autobus PZ114+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 5:00 AM Taranto station | 7h46 | 12:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h40 | 6:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
304 · 302 · 206 | 7:10 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 10h40 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 13h40 | 10:15 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h15 | 7:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 12h50 | 11:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 10h50 | 10:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 12h45 | 12:25 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
BUS LP702+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 12:02 PM Taranto station | 9h44 | 9:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus PZ104 · Autobus PZ110+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 12:30 PM Taranto station | 8h41 | 9:11 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
2422 | 4:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 10h45 | 3:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h55 | 4:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Taranto to Florence run on average 21 times per day, taking around 9h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 381 miles (614 km) distance in 7h 46m.
Distance 381 miles (614 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 46m |
First bus 12:05 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
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