- 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Polla to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 312 miles (503 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price | $242 Average price | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Polla to Florence:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Polla to Florence costing on average $84 (€69).
A bus is $204 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Polla to Florence costing on average $242 (€198).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 35m.
Flight takes on average 8h 9m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Intersaj | Departure Time 10:27PM | Arrival Time 05:47AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Polla to Florence buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 PM Polla | 6h35 | 3:10 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Polla to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 312 miles (503 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 312 miles (503 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 12:12 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
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