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MO.C.A. Montecatini Contemporary Art
Museum inside the old thermal water warehouse, presenting Montecatini's spa history, engineering, and local urban development.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Montecatini Terme
Showing times and prices for Aug 04
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Montecatini Terme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Montecatini Terme will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Florence for Montecatini Terme on Tue, Aug 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 40 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 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.
9:30 AM0h30Florence10:00 AMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers- 7:10 PM0h10Florence7:20 PMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h40Florence6:20 PMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers
- 11:10 PM0h40Florence11:50 PMMontecatini Terme€41One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM0h30Florence3:00 PMMontecatini Terme€51One-way0 transfers
- 7:10 PM0h10Florence7:20 PMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM0h30Florence10:00 AMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM0h30Florence3:00 PMMontecatini Terme€51One-way0 transfers
- 11:10 PM0h40Florence11:50 PMMontecatini Terme€41One-way0 transfers
- 5:40 PM0h40Florence6:20 PMMontecatini Terme€31One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme
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Buses from Florence to Montecatini Terme run on average 21 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 1h 15m.
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 €6
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average bus duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 €6
Florence to Montecatini Terme Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 06:33AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:53AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:13AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 09:29AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:13PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:33PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:18PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:28PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 0h53 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 1h34 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €2 |
Live departures
Florence to Montecatini Terme bus times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Montecatini Terme buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:10 PM Florence | 0h30 | 6:40 PM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Florence | 0h20 | 7:30 PM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 PM Florence | 0h10 | 11:40 PM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| 9:30 AM Florence | 0h30 | 10:00 AM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:30 PM Florence | 0h30 | 3:00 PM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:40 PM Florence | 0h40 | 6:20 PM Montecatini Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze from Florence to Montecatini TermeYou can travel by bus between Florence to Montecatini Terme with BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze for as low as €6. 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 - Linee Regionali
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
€3
Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali frequency
15 a day
Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Montecatini Terme
Things to do in Montecatini Terme
Discover the best of Montecatini Terme — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montecatini Terme trip today.
- Recommended
MO.C.A. Montecatini Contemporary Art
Contemporary art venue known especially for Pietro Annigoni works, adding a cultural stop beyond the famous spas.
Terme Tettuccio Sale Storiche
Art and history rooms within a historic thermal complex, occasionally used for exhibitions tied to the town's spa heritage.
- Must visit
Piazza Giusti
Main square of Montecatini Alto, a charming medieval gathering place with sweeping views and a relaxed hill-town atmosphere.
- Must visit
Centro Storico di Montecatini Alto
Historic hillside streets of the old town, best explored on foot for stone lanes, viewpoints, and a more local atmosphere.
- Recommended
Parco delle Terme
Elegant green space near the thermal establishments, ideal for strolling among historic spa architecture and mature trees.
Schiacciata
Thin Tuscan flatbread traditionally filled with prosciutto, stracchino, or greens. A classic street and bakery snack strongly linked to nearby Montecatini Alto and Valdinievole.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Slow-cooked Tuscan vegetable and bread soup with black cabbage, beans, and olive oil. A humble regional staple prized for its deep flavor and rustic heritage.
Pici
Thick hand-rolled spaghetti-like pasta, often served with duck ragù or meat sauce in Tuscany. It reflects the region’s farmhouse cooking traditions.
Ristorante La Pecora Nera
Refined Tuscan dining in a historic setting, known for seasonal regional dishes and polished service near the spa center.
Ristorante Da Lorenzo
Established restaurant serving Tuscan classics, grilled meats, and pasta in an elegant yet traditional atmosphere in central Montecatini.
La Taverna Degli Amici
Well-known local spot for pizza and Tuscan dishes with a relaxed, friendly setting and broad appeal for families and visitors.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Tuscany: hotels can be lower than Florence, while dining and cafes are standard tourist-town prices. Local trains and buses are fairly affordable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included via coperto. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
AT Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
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To the city center
Montecatini Terme, Piazza Italia (Stazione FS) -> Piazza del Popolo, Montecatini Terme
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Validate paper tickets when boarding. On many Tuscan buses, contactless bank card payment is not guaranteed on every vehicle.
- Montecatini Terme is compact, so walking is often fastest within the center. Use AT Bus for trips to nearby towns and rail connections.
FAQs: Bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Montecatini Terme by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Montecatini Terme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Florence to Montecatini Terme can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Florence to Montecatini Terme is €6 ; 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 bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme is 1h 15m to travel the 24 miles (40 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Florence to Montecatini Terme with BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze for the best way to get you to Montecatini Terme. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Florence and Montecatini Terme and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Montecatini Terme including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
No, the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
No, luggage for the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Florence to Montecatini Terme.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Montecatini Terme, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially pickpocketing in crowded areas and near transport hubs. It's advisable to keep valuables secure and be vigilant in busy spots. Scams are relatively rare but travelers should avoid unofficial taxi services and be wary of street vendors offering overpriced or counterfeit goods. Overall, standard safety precautions typical for popular tourist destinations are recommended.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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