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Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£67
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
12 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
13 h 36 m
Buses on 12 Sept
14
Distance
593 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Montpellier to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Florence will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Montpellier to Florence you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £159.
Distance: 593 km
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price | £153 Average Price | £186 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 4m Average total duration 13h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Montpellier to Florence:
A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montpellier to Florence costing on average £153.
A coach is £108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montpellier to Florence costing on average £159.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 39m.
Coach takes on average 13h 34m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £186 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £135. The journey takes 13h 34m versus 8h 39m 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Florence coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 13h25 | 5:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 17h00 | 11:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 13h55 | 11:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 15h55 | 17:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 16h50 | 19:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h50 | 23:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:10 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h50 | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 15h20 | 0:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 15h45 | 1:00 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 15h40 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h25 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 14h00 | 4:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:15 Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 13h40 | 3:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Montpellier to Florence run on average 14 times per day, taking around 13h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 593 km distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 593 km |
Average bus duration 13h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Best time to book 14 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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 Montpellier to Florence buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France is 4 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe and snack shops available.
Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France.
Available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
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.
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