The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Bologna
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €7
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €13
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h 12 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 55
- Distance
- 81 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Bologna will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €7.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 55 buses from Florence to Bologna, including 55 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
24145:30 PM 1h20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 6:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €7 1 One-way 0 changes
142210:20 AM 1h20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €7 1 One-way 0 changes
11204:50 PM 1h20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €9 1 One-way 0 changes
35962:10 AM 1h20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 3:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €9 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus7:00 AM 1h20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 8:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €10 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus5:20 AM 1h10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 6:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €15 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus9:05 PM 1h10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €12 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus12:05 AM 1h10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €13 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus7:40 AM 1h15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 8:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €12 1 One-way 0 changes
FlixBus6:35 AM 1h15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) 7:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) €12 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Bologna
Buses from Florence to Bologna run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 50 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 81 km distance in 40m.
Distance 81 km |
Average bus duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 50 |
Direct buses 50 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Florence to Bologna trip
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Live departures
Florence to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bologna coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2422 | 3:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2702 | 3:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 6:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 6:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 8:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
1422 | 10:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 2:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2790 | 1:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h40 | 4:00 PM Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h40 | 4:00 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
2402 | 2:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h40 | 4:40 PM Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h40 | 4:40 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
2794 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 4:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Firenze, Campo Marte Fs | 2h15 | 5:55 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Firenze, Campo Marte Fs | 1h55 | 5:55 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h25 | 5:25 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione | 1h25 | 5:25 PM Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
1120 | 4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2414 | 5:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 6:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2726 | 5:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 7:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 8:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2400 | 6:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 8:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 9:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
131 | 8:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h25 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h05 | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h45 | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
FlixBus | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3898 | 1:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3828 | 1:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2772 | 2:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2494 | 2:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3596 | 2:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 3:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
054 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Florence and Bologna
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FAQs: Florence to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Bologna by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Bologna
Most Florence to Bologna buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Use this guide to compare Florence and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Florence station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 from Florence city centre
Which Bologna station do buses from Florence arrive at?
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Ramp access available for buses.
Bus stations for Florence to Bologna
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