- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Milan will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 39 buses that leave Florence for Milan every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £136.
Distance: 249 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £244 Average Price |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Milan coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 13h00 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 12h40 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 4h20 | 4:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h55 | 4:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3888 | 1:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h15 | 5:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
054 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h10 | 6:25 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
054 | 2:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h45 | 7:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3506 | 2:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 6h15 | 8:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 4h20 | 8:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 3h35 | 7:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 7:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h00 | 8:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 7h10 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 6h50 | 11:55 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h45 | 12:00 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h45 | 13:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 8h00 | 15:30 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h50 | 13:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h15 | 14:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h00 | 15:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3492 | 10:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h25 | 14:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h00 | 16:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h15 | 17:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 11:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h45 | 16:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h00 | 18:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h30 | 19:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
94742 | 14:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h25 | 18:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h10 | 18:30 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h55 | 19:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
2402 | 14:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h55 | 18:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h35 | 20:00 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h30 | 21:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
3804 | 16:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h20 | 20:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
3804 | 16:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h05 | 21:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 20:55 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h45 | 22:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h10 | 22:20 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 4h50 | 23:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h50 | 23:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 3h15 | 23:00 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 5h05 | 1:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Florence to Milan run on average 46 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 36 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 249 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 46 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
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A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
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Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining run higher than many cities, but public transport is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) -> Milano Stazione Centrale FS, Milan
Buses are an excellent way to travel from Florence to Milan. Every day, there are at least 24 buses from Florence to Milan to choose from. This includes six Flixbus services, 13 from Baltour and five from Bus Center - so there's plenty of choice. The majority of buses from Florence to Milan travel directly to their destination, and journey times vary dramatically from 3 hours 30 minutes to over six hours. With so many buses, there are also departure slots in the early morning, afternoon and evening, so travellers can reach Florence whenever they need to. Buses leave from either the Piazzale Montelungo or the Sita Bus Station, and arrive at either Milan's Rogoredo - Lato Anas Metro station, or the Lampugnano Bus Station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Milan by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Milan buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station pair, with some services arriving at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato). Use this guide to compare Florence and Milan bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.
Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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