- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£9
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£23
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
2 h
Buses on 29 Aug
13
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Modena to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Florence will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 13 buses from Modena to Florence, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 21 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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Autobus TTPER B1177+
FRECCIAROSSA 9505Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. 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 coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 101 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Florence coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:30 Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 1h45 | 21:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
071 · 055 | 22:25 Modena, Autostazione | 2h50 | 1:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
2421 | 23:55 Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 2h10 | 2:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
2495 | 1:55 Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 2h15 | 4:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B1175+ 9907 | 4:20 Modena station | 4h15 | 8:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1175+ 8951 | 4:20 Modena station | 4h34 | 8:54 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1175+ 8111 | 4:20 Modena station | 3h15 | 7:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1177+ FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 4:43 Modena station | 2h21 | 7:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1177+ 9907 | 4:43 Modena station | 3h52 | 8:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1177+ 8111 | 4:43 Modena station | 2h52 | 7:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B1177+ 8951 | 4:43 Modena station | 4h11 | 8:54 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 1h30 | 14:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:25 Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 2h25 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Modena to Florence run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Modena to Florence buses use the Modena, Terminal via Gottardi to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Modena and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Modena, Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available at the station. ATMs are aTM located inside the station premises.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Station.
Available at Modena, Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities are available.
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, Piazza Della Stazione is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafés and snack bars available in station building.
Wi-Fi is available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione. ATMs are available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione.
Available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione: Wheelchair accessible spaces available.
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.
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