- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
12 h 53 m
Average duration
12 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manduria to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manduria to Florence will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manduria for Florence on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 646 km distance in an average of 12 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 12 h 53 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manduria to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $22.
Distance: 401 miles (646 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $102 Average price | $209 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 6m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manduria to Florence:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manduria to Florence costing on average $102 (€83).
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manduria to Florence costing on average $108 (€89).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 36m.
Train takes on average 13h 30m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:22PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h53 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:22PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 14h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Manduria to Florence buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 PM Manduria | 14h28 | 9:50 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 PM Manduria | 14h28 | 10:50 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Manduria to Florence run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 22:22. The fastest bus covers the 401 miles (646 km) distance in 12h 53m.
Distance 401 miles (646 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 12h 53m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 10:22 PM |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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