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Next departures for Basel to Florence on October 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	1:30pm	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	15h 5m	4:35am	Florence (Villa Costanza)
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:05pm	Basel Central Station	12h 30m	4:35am	Florence (Villa Costanza)
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40pm	EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL)	11h 55m	6:35am	Florence (Villa Costanza)
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:00pm	Basel Central Station	9h 35m	6:35am	Florence (Villa Costanza)
Bus Toilet	2:05pm	Basel Central Station	12h 10m	1:15am	Terminal Bus Villa Constanza

Get from Basel to Florence

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 938, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

12h 30mAverage Duration

315 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Basel and Florence

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland

Stops in Florence

A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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B
Florence Airport
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C
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
A1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
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D
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
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E
Via Cassia, 49B
Via Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
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F
Scandicci - Villa Costanza
Via della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,006 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Basel Florence recent customer reviews

very prompt

Razvan R.

November 5, 2024

MarinoBus

4.1/5981 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.5

IT bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Florence 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 Basel to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Florence start from R 938. The average price for this route is around R 1 477. 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 Basel to Florence?
The average bus trip duration from Basel to Florence is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 315 miles (508 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, MarinoBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Florence at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Florence?
A bus trip from Basel to Florence generates an estimated 12.686625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Basel to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 980 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Florence?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Basel to Florence?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Florence?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/30

R 956

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10/03

R 1 268

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10/05

R 869

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The cheapest trip from Basel to Florence was searched and found on Oct 5, 2026 with a price of R 869

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

You can expect to pay from R 869 to R 1 604 for a bus ticket from Basel to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 869 which is on 2026-10-05.