Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
38
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Florence will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 38 buses that leave Venice for Florence on Wed, Jul 16, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. 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 bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
Bus | Most popular Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m 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.
Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:40 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 4h00 | 8:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 4h20 | 10:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h55 | 10:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 4h19 | 11:04 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h59 | 11:04 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h50 | 11:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 3h30 | 11:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 3h35 | 12:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h15 | 12:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 3h45 | 1:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Venice, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio autobus) | 4h20 | 2:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h25 | 1:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 3h55 | 2:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h35 | 2:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 4h15 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h45 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 11h10 | 12:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:45 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h50 | 12:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 3h45 | 8:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 4h10 | 9:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h45 | 9:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h20 | 8:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 4h40 | 11:30 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 4h15 | 11:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 4h20 | 11:30 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 3h55 | 11:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Venice, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio autobus) | 4h50 | 1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 4h25 | 1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 4h05 | 1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
For as little as $7 (€5) you can travel by bus to Florence from Venice with Itabus and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Bus information from Venice to Florence with FlixBus:
The journey between the Italian cities of Venice and Florence can be achieved in just under four hours. Flixbus operates the fastest service, taking just 3:50 h to reach Florence, while BusCenter takes approximately 4½ hours to complete the journey. Prices vary between the services available, so travelers can find low-cost tickets by comparing prices. There are usually 3 buses traveling from Venice to Florence per day.
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Average prices for buses from Venice to Florence when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
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Same Day |
€17 |
1 Day in Advance |
€16 |
1 Week in Advance |
€14 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€12 |
1 Month in Advance |
€11 |
3 Months in Advance |
€7 |
Venice to Florence Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take approximately 4 hours to arrive in Florence.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Venice to Florence buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
The main departure point for buses from Venice to Florence is Tronchetto bus station, which is located on the artificial island of Tronchetto on the western edge of Venice. Travelers can easily reach the bus station from the center of the city by walking or take a Vaporetto water bus from various places within the city. Vaporetto No. 2 connects many major points within the city, such as the Rialto and Ferrovia, and transports passengers directly to Tronchetto. The Venice People Mover public transport system also offers a fast and easy way to travel from major hubs, such as Piazzale Roma and the Marittima Cruise Terminal to Tronchetto.
Florence is one of Italy’s most romantic cities, best known for its remarkable Duomo and impressive art collections, such as the Uffizi Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s famous David. Travelers arriving in Florence disembark at Sita Firenze Bus Station, which is conveniently located next to the Santa Maria Novella Train Station in the heart of the city. The bus station is just a 10-minute walk from many of Florence’s main attractions, such as the Ponte Vecchio. The majority of buses stop at Piazza Stazione, in front of the train station, so it is easy to use the Florence bus system to reach outlying areas.
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