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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Edinburgh Zoo North (Stop 1) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Edinburgh Regent Road | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Drum Brae | No tags |
Get from Florence to Edinburgh
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $262, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Florence and Edinburgh?
Stops in Florence
- A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - CA1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- DVia della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- EPiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
- FVia Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
Stops in Edinburgh
- A13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
- CRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK - E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK - F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Based on 12224 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $262
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Florence to Edinburgh by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Florence to Edinburgh?
The cheapest bus tickets from Florence to Edinburgh start from $262. The average price for this route is around $333. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Florence to Edinburgh?
The average bus travel time from Florence to Edinburgh is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1697 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Florence to Edinburgh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Florence to Edinburgh?
The earliest bus departs from Florence to Edinburgh at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Florence to Edinburgh?
A bus trip from Florence to Edinburgh generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Florence to Edinburgh was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $256To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Florence to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $256 to $433 for a bus ticket from Florence to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $270 which is on 2026-02-20.
