- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Montepulciano to Florence
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
1 h 6 m
Buses on 19 Sept
5
Distance
86 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Montepulciano to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montepulciano to Florence 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 Sat 19 Sept, we found 5 buses from Montepulciano to Florence, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.
14:101h00Montepulciano15:10Florence£51One-way0 changes- 17:301h00Montepulciano18:30Florence£61One-way0 changes
- 12:101h40Montepulciano13:50Florence£61One-way0 changes
- 13:300h50Montepulciano14:20Florence£71One-way0 changes
- 9:001h00Montepulciano10:00Florence£71One-way0 changes
- 13:300h50Montepulciano14:20Florence£71One-way0 changes
- 17:301h00Montepulciano18:30Florence£61One-way0 changes
- 14:101h00Montepulciano15:10Florence£51One-way0 changes
- 9:001h00Montepulciano10:00Florence£71One-way0 changes
- 12:101h40Montepulciano13:50Florence£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Montepulciano to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montepulciano to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. 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 £11, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 86 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m 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 Montepulciano to Florence is a coach with an average price of £11.
This is compared to other travel options from Montepulciano to Florence:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montepulciano to Florence costing on average £14.
The fastest way to travel from Montepulciano to Florence is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 4m.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 10m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montepulciano and Florence including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (1h 4m by bus vs 1h 24m by car) and save roughly £13 compared to fuel and tolls (£11 vs £24). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Montepulciano to Florence bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montepulciano to Florence coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:40 Montepulciano | 1h00 | 21:40 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
| 9:00 Montepulciano | 1h00 | 10:00 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:10 Montepulciano | 1h40 | 13:50 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Montepulciano | 0h50 | 14:20 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:10 Montepulciano | 1h00 | 15:10 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Montepulciano | 1h00 | 18:30 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montepulciano to Florence
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Buses from Montepulciano to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 22:22. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 2h 19m.
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
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 19m |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 22:22 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena, Tiemme S.p.A. from Montepulciano to FlorenceYou can travel by bus between Montepulciano to Florence with BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena, 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
Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena Duration
2h 19m
Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena frequency
1 a day
Tiemme S.p.A.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tiemme S.p.A. Duration
3h 53m
Cheapest Tiemme S.p.A. Price
£11
Tiemme S.p.A. frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Florence
Things to do in Florence
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
- Must visit
Galleria dell'Accademia
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
- Must visit
Palazzo Pitti
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
- Must visit
Piazza della Signoria
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
- Must visit
Piazzale Michelangelo
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pappa al pomodoro
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
- Gluten-free
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
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.
I' Due Fratellini
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Trattoria Sostanza
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Nerbone
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
at bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €5.50
To the city centre
Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Tap-and-go contactless payment is available on Autolinee Toscane buses and on tram stop ticket machines; buy before boarding the tram.
- From Villa Costanza, Tram T1 goes directly to Santa Maria Novella in about 20 min, making it the simplest route into central Florence.
FAQs: Montepulciano to Florence coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montepulciano 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.
The earliest coach from Montepulciano to Florence leaves at 3:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Montepulciano to Florence leaves at 22:22.
When taking a coach from Montepulciano to Florence, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Emg Extraurbano Siena, Tiemme S.p.A. for the best way to get you to Florence. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Montepulciano and Florence and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Montepulciano to Florence is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montepulciano and Florence including taking a coach and train.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
No, the coach from Montepulciano to Florence has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
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 Montepulciano to Florence.
No, luggage for the coach from Montepulciano to Florence needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Montepulciano to Florence.
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