How to get from Genoa to Florence
- 198 km as the crow flies
- 38 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
2h 40m
direct
Bus
€12
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Genoa to Florence. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 40m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 198 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
198 km
Genoa to Florence: cheapest or fastest?
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FlixBus·2h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Genoa to Florence
FlixBus runs 38 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:05 and the last at 23:05.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 38 | 00:05 | 23:05 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Genoa to Florence works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Genoa to Florence, about 2h 40m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Genoa to Florence: common questions
How long does it take to get from Genoa to Florence?
The most useful route takes about 2h 40m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Genoa to Florence?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:05 and the last at 23:05, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Genoa to Florence?
38 a day with FlixBus, between 00:05 and 23:05.
How far is Florence from Genoa?
About 198 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Genoa to Florence cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Genoa to Florence?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Genoa to Florence without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 36m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to Florence?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026