Best option from Genoa to Florence: Bus — both the fastest and the cheapest, about 2h 40min, from €9. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus; main departure point: Principe Railway Station.
There are 2 ways to get from Genoa to Florence
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | Bus | Principe Railway Station | €9 | 10 |
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Practical tips
Coach fares are low, but the cheapest seats go first in summer and on holiday weekends. Book online a few days ahead so you keep the best fare and avoid a pricier last-minute option.
Italian cities often have several coach stops. Read your booking confirmation carefully for the Genoa departure point and the Florence arrival point, and save the address on your phone before you leave your accommodation.
With a stopover, the flight adds airport transfers, check-in, security and a connection. Door to door, it is rarely quicker than the coach, and it usually costs more. Keep it for when it links to an onward flight.
Coach stops can be busy and poorly signposted. Arrive early, find the right bay and keep your ticket on your phone. Large bags usually go in the hold, so keep valuables and a charger with you.
Before you leave, check where the coach drops you in Florence and how to reach your accommodation on foot, by tram or by taxi. The historic centre is compact, but arriving with a plan saves stress after the journey.
The journey experience
Genoa to Florence crosses the Apennines, and you have two options to compare side by side: a coach or a flight with a stopover. For most independent travellers the answer is quick. The coach is the practical, budget-friendly choice, while the flight rarely makes sense on such a short distance. The table on this page shows times and price ranges at a glance.
The coach takes you from the Ligurian coast to Tuscany in a straightforward ride. You get a luggage hold and a reclining seat, and you stay put the whole way. Booking online is simple, with instant confirmation. The flight with a stopover adds the airport transfer, security, a connection and another transfer into Florence, so there are more steps and more things that can go wrong. It can still suit you if you have a flexible schedule or an onward flight.
Before you book, check the exact stop your coach leaves from and arrives at, because Italian cities often have more than one. Book ahead in high season for the best fares and a guaranteed seat. Keep the stop name from your ticket handy, arrive early, and the trip will be easy and predictable.
Frequently asked questions — Genoa → Florence
The coach is the cheapest option, from €9 and typically up to €12. A flight with a stopover starts from €99 and typically costs up to €100. Prices vary with the date and how early you book, so reserving ahead in high season is the best way to secure the lowest fare.
The coach takes about 2 h 40 to 2 h 50, depending on traffic. A flight with a stopover takes between about 4 h 20 and 6 h, and that is before you add the journey to the airport and the transfer into Florence at the other end.
For most travellers, the coach is the best choice. It is the cheapest option, takes about 2 h 40 to 2 h 50 and drops you in Florence without a connection. The flight with a stopover takes longer and costs more, so it only makes sense if it links to another flight.
The departure point depends on the operator and the booking you make, and Genoa can have more than one coach stop. Your confirmation email shows the exact stop and the arrival point in Florence. Check it before you travel and save the address on your phone so you go to the right place.
Usually not. The flight with a stopover takes about 4 h 20 to 6 h and starts from €99, while the coach takes about 2 h 40 to 2 h 50 and starts from €9. Unless the flight connects to another trip, the coach is quicker overall and far cheaper.
Why visit Florence?
- ✓ Climb the Duomo's dome by Brunelleschi for a panoramic view over Tuscan rooftops
- ✓ Admire Michelangelo's David and Botticelli's Birth of Venus at the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries
- ✓ Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio and watch the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo
- ✓ Taste a bistecca alla fiorentina and fresh produce at the Mercato Centrale and Sant'Ambrogio market
- ✓ Explore the Boboli Gardens and the Pitti Palace, the Medici family's former residence
When to visit Florence?
MEDITERRANEAN CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, pleasant temperatures and fewer extreme summer heat waves
What to do in Florence?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Florence?
Plan 2 to 3 days to see Florence properly. In 2 days you can cover the Duomo, the Uffizi, the Accademia and the Ponte Vecchio; a third day lets you add the Pitti Palace, the Oltrarno district and sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo. Book Uffizi and Accademia tickets online in advance, and use a 4th day for a day trip to Pisa, Siena or the Chianti hills.
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