THE SHORT VERSION
Aix-en-Provence to Florence at a glance.
- From
- Aix-en-Provence
- To
- Florence Firenze
- Road distance
- About 598 km
- Straight line
- 468 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- France → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Aix-en-Provence
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
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 Aix-en-Provence
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Aix-en-Provence from Florence by road?+
About 598 km by road (468 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Aix-en-Provence to Florence take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 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 Aix-en-Provence?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Florence to Aix-en-Provence?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Florence to Aix-en-Provence as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence 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, Marseille and more. See all connections on our Florence bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Aix-en-Provence 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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