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Museo Civico Pinacoteca Crociani
Civic museum in Palazzo Neri Orselli with paintings, sculpture and archaeological finds that introduce Montepulciano's artistic and local history.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Florence to Montepulciano
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
50 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
86 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Florence to Montepulciano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Montepulciano will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Florence to Montepulciano, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
13:200h40Florence14:00Montepulciano£51One-way0 changes- 0:200h40Florence1:00Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
- 10:100h50Florence11:00Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
- 22:201h00Florence23:20Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
- 8:301h00Florence9:30Montepulciano£71One-way0 changes
- 13:200h40Florence14:00Montepulciano£51One-way0 changes
- 0:200h40Florence1:00Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
- 10:100h50Florence11:00Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
- 8:301h00Florence9:30Montepulciano£71One-way0 changes
- 22:201h00Florence23:20Montepulciano£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Florence to Montepulciano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Montepulciano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 86 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Montepulciano is a train with an average price of £15.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Montepulciano:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Florence to Montepulciano costing on average £16.
The fastest way to travel from Florence to Montepulciano is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 33m.
Other travel options to Montepulciano take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Montepulciano including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Florence to Montepulciano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Montepulciano coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:20 Florence | 0h50 | 10:10 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Florence | 1h10 | 15:40 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:10 Florence | 1h30 | 18:40 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:40 Florence | 0h50 | 19:30 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:20 Florence | 1h00 | 20:20 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0:20 Florence | 0h40 | 1:00 Montepulciano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Montepulciano
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Buses from Florence to Montepulciano run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:38, the last at 22:22. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 4h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 4:38 |
Last bus 22:22 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. from Florence to MontepulcianoYou can travel by bus between Florence to Montepulciano with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Gruppo Di Maio
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gruppo Di Maio Duration
9h 7m
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day
Tiemme S.p.A.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tiemme S.p.A. Duration
14h 48m
Cheapest Tiemme S.p.A. Price
£11
Tiemme S.p.A. frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Montepulciano
Things to do in Montepulciano
Discover the best of Montepulciano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montepulciano trip today.
- Recommended
Fortezza di Montepulciano
Exhibition space within Montepulciano's fortress that hosts contemporary art and cultural shows in a dramatic historic setting with broad views.
Museo della Cattedrale
Small cathedral museum displaying sacred art, liturgical objects and works linked to the Duomo. Ideal for visitors interested in local religious heritage.
- Must visit
Piazza Grande
Main square framed by major civic and religious buildings. It is the best place to absorb Montepulciano's architecture and historic atmosphere.
- Must visit
Corso
Principal uphill street lined with shops, palaces and viewpoints. Walking it reveals the town's rhythm from the lower gate to Piazza Grande.
- Recommended
Via di Collazzi
Panoramic lane near the walls offering classic views over the Val d'Orcia countryside. A peaceful stretch for photos and sunset walks.
- Gluten-free
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
Full-bodied red wine made mainly from Sangiovese Prugnolo Gentile. It is Montepulciano’s signature product, aged in cellars beneath the historic centre.
Pici al ragù
Hand-rolled thick pici pasta served with rich meat ragù or duck sauce. A staple of Tuscan inland cooking and common in Montepulciano trattorie.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pici all’aglione
Pasta made with pici and a spicy garlic-tomato sauce. A simple rustic Tuscan dish linked to peasant cooking across southern Tuscany.
Ristorante La Grotta
Refined dining with polished Tuscan cuisine, seasonal ingredients and strong local wine focus, set near the church of San Biagio.
Osteria Acquacheta
Traditional Tuscan restaurant known for pici, Chianina beef and local wines, with a warm rustic dining room in the historic centre.
La Grotta
Historic cellar restaurant serving Tuscan classics and Montepulciano wines in atmospheric underground rooms beneath an old palazzo.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Tuscany: lodgings and wine-focused dining cost more than smaller towns, but cafés, simple meals and local buses stay reasonable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxis are usually rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
FAQs: Florence to Montepulciano coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Montepulciano 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 Montepulciano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Florence to Montepulciano can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Florence to Montepulciano is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Florence to Montepulciano is 4h 5m to travel the 86 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Florence to Montepulciano leaves at 4:38. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Florence to Montepulciano leaves at 22:22.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Florence to Montepulciano with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Florence to Montepulciano, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Tiemme S.p.A. for the best way to get you to Montepulciano. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Florence and Montepulciano and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Montepulciano from Florence is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Florence to Montepulciano is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Montepulciano including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Florence to Montepulciano has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, luggage for the coach from Florence to Montepulciano needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Florence to Montepulciano.
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