THE SHORT VERSION
Marseille to Florence at a glance.
- From
- Marseille
- To
- Florence Firenze
- Road distance
- About 627 km
- Straight line
- 477 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Florence to Marseille →
- Border
- France → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Marseille
Marseille is the main coach hub on the French Mediterranean coast, with services to Nice, Lyon, Paris, Spain and Italy. The coach station is beside the main Saint-Charles railway station.
- Gare Routière Saint-Charles
Next to Marseille Saint-Charles station. Regional and long-distance coaches.
Arriving in Florence
From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.
- Piazzale Montelungo
By Santa Maria Novella station. Buses starting or ending in Florence. - Villa Costanza Park & Ride
On the A1 motorway, linked to the centre by tram T1. Through-buses between other cities.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check which stop your ticket names: Villa Costanza is outside the city.
KEEP GOING
From Florence, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Florence
More buses from Marseille
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Marseille from Florence by road?+
About 627 km by road (477 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Marseille to Florence take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Marseille?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Marseille include Gare Routière Saint-Charles, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Florence to Marseille?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Florence to Marseille guide.
Where does the bus from Marseille arrive in Florence?+
It depends on the operator. In Florence, services use Piazzale Montelungo, Villa Costanza Park & Ride. From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Florence?+
From Villa Costanza, tram T1 runs into the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Marseille to Florence?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Marseille to Florence bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Florence by bus?+
Direct buses from Florence include Venice, Rome, Milan, Naples, Lyon and more. See all connections on our Florence bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Marseille to Florence?+
France and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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