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Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $166.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$23 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $184 Average price | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Florence:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Florence costing on average $50 (€41).
A bus is $161 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Florence costing on average $184 (€151).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Flight takes on average 8h 51m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $89 (€73) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€55). The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 34m 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.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Calanda Viaggi.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Florence buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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94763 | 6:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h20 | 10:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h00 | 11:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h00 | 12:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h15 | 11:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2409 | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h30 | 1:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h05 | 12:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h55 | 1:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h45 | 6:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h00 | 3:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 10:40 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h40 | 3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h10 | 5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h35 | 7:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h45 | 7:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h00 | 8:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h45 | 9:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3491 | 4:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h25 | 8:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h00 | 9:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h45 | 9:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h20 | 9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h15 | 9:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h35 | 9:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h35 | 11:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h50 | 11:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2213 · 2771 | 8:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 5h30 | 1:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
055 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h50 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3505 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h20 | 2:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h00 | 12:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 6h55 | 3:55 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h15 | 4:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1 transfer | |
2413 | 9:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h10 | 1:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
055 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 4h10 | 1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h25 | 12:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h15 | 2:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h40 | 2:40 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 10:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 5h05 | 3:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3887 | 11:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h35 | 4:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Florence run on average 42 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 42 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
Eurolines, Flixbus, Megabus, and Baltour all provide direct buses from Milan to Florence, with journey times of between 3.5 and 5.5 hours. Megabus has six departures a day, starting in the early hours and running until around 9:30 p.m. Flixbus departures are at around 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. There are 4 direct Eurolines buses, as well as two with connections at Bologna. Departures start at around 9:00 a.m. and run until about 10:00 p.m.
Return buses from buses from Florence to Milan are also available.
Buses from Milan to Florence depart from the Lampugnano Bus Station in the city center, with Metro trains and buses linking Lampugnano to destinations across Florence. Milan's extensive transport network includes one of the world's largest tram systems, as well as fast suburban trains and frequent bus routes, some of which operate until around 2:00 a.m. Taxis are available at Lampugnano Bus Station.
The terracotta dome of the beautiful Duomo Cathedral dominates Florence's skyline and the cathedral is one of the places where the city's Renaissance heritage can be seen. Florence is compact enough to explore easily by foot, with pleasant walks between the Uffizi Gallery, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Ponte Vecchio and the cathedral, along with many other attractions. Restaurants and bars can be found in the area around Piazza della Signoria. Buses from Milan to Florence arrive at the Santa Maria Novella Station on Piazzale Montelungo in the city center. The station is part of Florence's public transport network of local trains and buses, as well as one tram line. A taxi rank is located outside Santa Maria Novella.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Florence 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Florence buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo. Use this guide to compare Milan and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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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