The cheapest buses from Venice to Florence

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Cheapest

$21

Average

$26

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Venice to Florence will cost around $ 26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 21.

2nd Cheapest
07:50AMVenice4h20 12:10PMFlorence
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$211One-way
2nd Cheapest
08:10AMMestre, Stazione4h00 12:10PMFlorence
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$211One-way
02:55PMVenice4h05 07:00PMFlorence
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$311One-way
03:15PMMestre, Stazione3h45 07:00PMFlorence
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$311One-way

Timetable Venice to Florence

Showing buses for tomorrow, Mon, Sep 27
07:50AMVenice4h20 12:10PMFlorence
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08:10AMMestre, Stazione4h00 12:10PMFlorence
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02:55PMVenice4h05 07:00PMFlorence
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03:15PMMestre, Stazione3h45 07:00PMFlorence
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Sun
Sep 26
$25Regionale
$16Itabus
Mon
Sep 27
$24Regionale
$20Flixbus
Tue
Sep 28
$24Regionale
$19Itabus
Wed
Sep 29
$24Regionale
$16Itabus
Thu
Sep 30
$24Regionale
$17Flixbus
Fri
Oct 1
$24Regionale
$16Itabus
Sat
Oct 2
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Sun
Oct 3
$25Regionale
$20Flixbus
Mon
Oct 4
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Tue
Oct 5
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Wed
Oct 6
$19Intercity
$10Itabus
Thu
Oct 7
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Fri
Oct 8
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Sat
Oct 9
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Sun
Oct 10
$25Regionale
$12Itabus
Mon
Oct 11
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Tue
Oct 12
$16Intercity
$12Itabus
Wed
Oct 13
$19Intercity
$12Itabus
Thu
Oct 14
$19Intercity
$12Itabus
Fri
Oct 15
$24Regionale
$12Itabus
Sat
Oct 16
$24Intercity
$12Itabus

The fastest buses from Venice to Florence

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Fastest Journey

3 h 45 m

Average

4 h 2 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

205 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Venice for Florence every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.

Fastest
03:15PMMestre, Stazione3h45 07:00PMFlorence
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$311One-way
2nd Fastest
08:10AMMestre, Stazione4h00 12:10PMFlorence
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$211One-way
02:55PMVenice4h05 07:00PMFlorence
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$311One-way
07:50AMVenice4h20 12:10PMFlorence
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$211One-way

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Bus Information to Florence from Venice

distanceDistance126 miles (204 km)
durationAverage bus duration3 h 35 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$17 (€13)
changesDirect busYes
carriersBus companiesFlixbus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Bus Center or Baltour

Buses from Venice to Florence cover the 126 miles (204 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 35 min with our travel partners like Flixbus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Bus Center or Baltour. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $17 (€13), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $12 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Venezia Mestre and arrive in Florence, Villa Costanza Tram T1.

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FlixBus Venice – Florence

Travel from Venice to Florence from $12 (€10) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

FlixBus

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

    Please follow the recommendations outlined by FlixBus when booking your bus tickets from Venice to Florence due to the coronavirus:

    • Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
    • All bookings can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure (a fee may apply).
    • Cancellations made 30 days before departure are free of charge.
    • Canceled tickets are refunded as a voucher, which is valid for 12 months, and is the value of the original booking (minus a cancellation fee, if applicable).
    • Cashless payments recommended
    • Online booking and check-in recommended
    Learn more about FlixBus

    Buses from Venice to Florence

    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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    Venice to Florence Bus Cost

    Average prices for buses from Venice to Florence when you book in advance

    Booking Period

    Average Price

    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.

    • autobus Most Venice to Florence buses are run by either Flixbus and BusCenter. BlaBlaCar rideshares are also a popular option.
    • autobus Most buses are direct, depart from Venice's Tronchetto bus station and arrive at Piazzale Montelungo bus station.
    • autobus Traveling from Venice to Florence by bus takes as little as 3 hours and 50 minutes.
    • autobus Most travelers book their Venice to Florence bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.




    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:

    • It is 6% cheaper to book a Venice to Florence bus ticket a day in advance as opposed to buying a ticket at the station.
    • It is 18% cheaper to book a Venice to Florence bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
    • Venice to Florence bus tickets are 35% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.

    Taking the Bus from Venice

    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.

    Getting into Florence by Bus

    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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    FAQs
    How much do cheap bus tickets from Venice to Florence cost?
    Omio customers have found the cheapest buses from Venice to Florence to cost as little as $12 (€10)  in the next 7 days.
    What is the price of a bus ticket between Venice and Florence?
    The bus price from Venice to Florence is on average $17 (€13)  if you are looking to book your tickets for this journey in the next 7 days.
    How far is Florence from Venice by bus?
    You should expect to travel around 126 miles (204 km)  between Venice and Florence by bus.
    How long is the bus to Florence from Venice?
    The Venice to Florence bus duration is on average 3 h 35 min, which is to be expected when traveling 126 miles (204 km) between Venice and Florence. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays.
    What is the departure bus station in Venice and arrival bus station in Florence?

    There are a few bus stations in Venice to start your journey from including Venezia, Aeroporto internazionale Marco Polo di Venezia, Venice, Piazzale Roma (city center, vaporetto) and Venice, Port. In Florence you have a few bus station options to choose from for your arrival including Florence, Villa Costanza Tram T1, Florence, Viale Filippo Strozzi and Florence, Santa Caterina D'Alessandria.

    Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Venezia Mestre   and arrive in Florence, Villa Costanza Tram T1.

    Where is the Venice bus station located? Where is the Florence bus station located?

    You can find the most popular departure bus station for this trip, Venezia Mestre, located approximately 5 mile (s) / 8 km from the city center of Venice. The most popular arrival bus station in Florence, called Florence, Villa Costanza Tram T1, is located around 4 mile (s) / 6 km away from its city center.

    Which bus providers can get me from Venice to Florence?
    For the trip from Venice to Florence you can take a bus with Flixbus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Bus Center or Baltour. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Venice and Florence on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
    What are the first and last departure bus times from Venice to Florence?
    You can take the first bus from Venice to Florence at 4: 40 AM. The last bus from Venice to Florence that you can take departs at 7: 15 PM. Omio shows you the latest bus from Venice to Florence schedule to help you book the best departure time for this trip.
    How far in advance should I buy a bus ticket from Venice to Florence to get the best deals?
    If you book the Venice to Florence bus within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $17 (€13). However, booking your bus ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for buses from Venice to Florence. Look out for bus tickets for this route to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.
    Stations

    Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

    Venice
    Florence
    Venezia
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