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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Messina Centrale | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Messina Centrale | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Messina Centrale | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Messina Centrale | Florence (Villa Costanza) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Messina Centrale | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Messina to Florence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 787, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 670 - R 2 550 | Average duration13h 40m | 18kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 787 - R 1 575 | Average duration10h 20m | 30kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Messina and Florence?
Stops in Messina
- APiazza Stazione, 98122 Messina ME, Italy
- B
Piazza della Repubblica
Via Guido delle Colonne, 49, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - C
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263, 98122 Messina ME, Italy - D
Porto
Capitaneria di Porto, Via Vittorio Emanuele II, 111, 98100 Messina ME, Italy
Stops in Florence
- AA1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- B
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - DVia della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- EPiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
- FVia Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Messina to Florence by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Messina to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Messina to Florence start at R 670. The average price for this route is around R 1 675. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Messina to Florence?
The average bus journey time from Messina to Florence is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 721 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 45m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.
Which bus companies service the Messina to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Messina to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Messina to Florence at 10:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Messina to Florence?
A bus trip from Messina to Florence produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Messina to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 459 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Messina to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Messina to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Messina to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Messina to Florence was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 009To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Messina to Florence as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 009 to R 2 978 for a bus ticket from Messina to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 009, which is on 2026-01-07.
Usually FlixBus 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.
