- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£59
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£94
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
8 h
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
9 h 5 m
Buses on 30 Aug
9
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Munich to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Florence will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 9 buses from Munich to Florence, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 487 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 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 Munich to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £234.
Distance: 487 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £234 Average Price | £192 Average Price |
15h 49m Average total duration 15h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg 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 Munich to Florence coaches for today, Saturday 29 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 | 7:05 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h05 | 17:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h50 | 19:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h20 | 1:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 10h45 | 1:30 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:05 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h40 | 3:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h00 | 6:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:15 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 8h50 | 9:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:55 Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 9h05 | 10:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Munich to Florence run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 487 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 487 km |
Average bus duration 15h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 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 Munich 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 Munich to Florence buses use the München, ZOB to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Munich and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz. ATMs are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz.
Available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz: Wheelchair accessible parking available.
München, Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 6 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants and cafés available.
Wi-Fi is available at München, Flughafen (Terminal 2). ATMs are aTMs located within the station.
Ticket office support is available at München, Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at München, Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at München, Flughafen (Terminal 2): Station equipped with facilities for disabled access.
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.
Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena).
Available at Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena): Station accessible for wheelchairs.
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