How to pay for buses in Florence
Florence buses and trams support Autolinee Toscane tip tap contactless payment: tap every time you board urban lines.
Best option for tourists
Use tip tap contactless for simple Florence urban bus/tram rides, or buy in the at bus app if you want a digital ticket before boarding.
| Transport | Card | Apple Pay | Google Pay | Cash | Onboard | Advance ticket | Front door | Tap off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence busAutolinee Toscane says contactless is available onboard for buses and trams; urban lines require a tap every time you board. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Partial | Yes | No | Unknown | No |
Can you pay by card on the bus?
Yes. Autolinee Toscane accepts Mastercard, Visa and American Express cards, smartphones and enabled wearables through tip tap.
Do you need to buy a ticket before boarding?
No advance ticket is needed if you use tip tap contactless. Paper/app tickets and driver sales remain alternatives.
Cash, boarding doors and tap-off rules
Do not rely on cash as the easiest option. Use tip tap, the at bus app, machines, retailers or official sales channels.
Common questions
Can I pay with card on the bus in Florence?
Yes. Autolinee Toscane accepts Mastercard, Visa and American Express cards, smartphones and enabled wearables through tip tap.
Do I need cash for buses in Florence?
Do not rely on cash as the easiest option. Use tip tap, the at bus app, machines, retailers or official sales channels.
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Amalfi
Amalfi sits on the SITA Sud (EAV) Amalfi Coast bus network, where tickets are not sold on board and bank cards are not accepted on the bus, so visitors need to buy and validate the right ticket before boarding.
Rome
Rome's ATAC network supports Tap & Go contactless payment on surface lines and metro, alongside normal tickets and passes. Airport links may use separate products, so check the exact service.
Positano
Positano sits on the SITA Sud (EAV) Amalfi Coast bus network, where tickets are not sold on board and bank cards are not accepted on the bus, so visitors need to buy and validate the right ticket before boarding.