Next available departures

Next departures for Bologna to Florence on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	4:25am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	Cheapest
7:02am	Bologna Centrale	37m	7:39am	Santa Maria Novella	Fastest
12:30am	Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)	1h 25m	1:55am	Florence - Piazzale Montelungo	No tags
12:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	1:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
7:15am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 20m	8:35am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza	No tags
8:05am	Bologna Centrale	2h 22m	10:27am	Firenze Campo di Marte	No tags
7:57am	Bologna Centrale	38m	8:35am	Santa Maria Novella	No tags
1:00am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 15m	2:15am	Florence (Villa Costanza)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:54 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bologna to Florence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36train per day

38mAverage Duration

82 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$33 - R$350	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$85 - R$803	Average Duration38m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Bologna and Florence

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
D
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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E
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
F
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy

Stops in Florence

A
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
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B
Sesto Fiorentino
Piazza Luigi Galvani, 12, 50019 Comune di Sesto Fiorentino FI, Italy
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C
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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D
Florence Airport
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E
Campo di Marte
50131 Firenze FI, Italy
F
Rifredi
Via Renato Fantoni, 50127 Firenze FI, Italy

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,535 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Italo

4.5/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi4.0

Itabus

3.8/51,066 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.9

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.7

Appennino Shuttle

4.5/5321 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

Appenni o Shuttle is praised for its convenience in connecting Bologna airport and Florence, with users highlighting the clean buses and professional drivers. Many reviews mention punctual departures and arrivals, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, there are occasional reports of delays or issues with ticket acceptance that were resolved efficiently by support staff.

Appennino Shuttle Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

I booked my ticket from the wrong City. I sent an email to the support to ask if i can change it, they answered me quickly saying its not a problem with a new ticket attached. Great service.

Bouaza S.

July 13, 2026

Exellent cooperative behavior of driver yesterday night at 10 oclock from Bologna to Florence

Aqeel H.

November 10, 2025

Appenni o Shuttle is very convenient connecting Bolognia airport and Florencia. It's a relaible mode of transportation, clean and drivers are very professional. Recommended 120%

Diana O.

September 16, 2023

MarinoBus

4.1/5976 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.5

Based on 976 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at R$113

MarinoBus Bologna Florence recent customer reviews

The driver came late and the bus left the station late. Missed my train because of the delay. And also missed my appointment. Very sad😢

Chinedu J.

May 29, 2021

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,789 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

Sellitto

5.0/51 reviews

Staff5.0

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi5.0

BusItalia

4.0/5177 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.9

Companies in IT:FlixBus, Trenitalia, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, ALSA, FlixTrain, Rede Expressos, RegioJet, Trenitalia, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Sindbad, Deutsche Bahn ICE

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Florence by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from Bologna to Florence?
The cheapest tickets from Bologna to Florence start at R$33. The average price for this route is around R$101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Bologna to Florence?
The average trip duration from Bologna to Florence is 59m, covering a distance of 83 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 20m and is operated by Itabus.
Which companies service the Bologna to Florence route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 44 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sellitto, BusItalia, Italo, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Bologna to Florence?
The earliest trip from Bologna to Florence departs at 12:15am. And the latest trip departs at 11:54pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Bologna to Florence?
A trip from Bologna to Florence generates an estimated 2.0649499999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Sellitto, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Florence?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Sellitto has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which company has the most on-time service from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Appennino Shuttle, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Bologna to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Sellitto, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09-04

R$44

09-05

R$38

Today

R$32

09-07

R$25

09-08

R$25

09-09

R$25

09-10

R$25

09-11

R$25

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Florence was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of R$25

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Bologna to Florence, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between R$25 and R$1,427 for a bus or train ticket from Bologna to Florence based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at R$25 on 2026-09-07.

Usually Trenitalia, Italo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.