The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 1 buses that leave Milan Malpensa Airport for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Sun, Jan 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct buses cover the 287 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jan 18 the slowest buses will take 6 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €152.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €231 Average price |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:34AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Live departures
Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella buses for today, Saturday, January 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 5h40 | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 5h30 | 10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
083 · 055 | 6:40 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 5h35 | 12:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T1 | 6h15 | 3:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Ferno, Aeroporto di Milano-Malpensa T2 | 6h10 | 3:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Buses from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 20:05 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella start from as low as $23 (€18) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $59 (€48) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 35m but the average duration is 4h 47m
Train Operators
- Travel from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, and Autostradale
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is BlaBlaCar.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 02:05 AM and the last at 08:05 PM
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autostradale from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria NovellaYou can travel by bus between Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Autostradale for as low as $23 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Autostradale
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Autostradale
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Florence Santa Maria Novella, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Autostradale
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x40x20cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Autostradale
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Autostradale
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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