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Museo Civico Pinacoteca Croce di Montepulciano
Museum dedicated to civic history and local sacred art, set in a former palace with paintings, liturgical objects, and historical collections.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Montepulciano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Montepulciano will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Montepulciano without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale Veloce 4154+
BUS L596A+
Autobus AT425
Regionale Veloce 4154+
BUS L596A+
Autobus AT425Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Montepulciano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rome to Montepulciano:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Montepulciano costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Montepulciano take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $50 (€40) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€17). The journey takes 2h 30m versus 2h 18m 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 BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 01:22PM | Arrival Time 04:44PM | Duration 3h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Montepulciano buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4154+ BUS L596A+ Autobus AT425 | 1:22 PM Rome Termini | 4h03 | 5:25 PM Montepulciano | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Rome to Montepulciano run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 21:41. The fastest bus covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:41 AM |
Last bus 9:41 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Montepulciano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montepulciano trip today.
Museum dedicated to civic history and local sacred art, set in a former palace with paintings, liturgical objects, and historical collections.
Diocesan museum preserving religious art, manuscripts, and treasures that illuminate Montepulciano’s ecclesiastical heritage.
Exhibition area inside the fortress that hosts rotating contemporary art and cultural displays in a dramatic historic setting.
Montepulciano’s main square, framed by monumental palaces and the cathedral. The essential starting point for exploring the historic center.
Scenic stretch leading toward San Biagio with iconic views of the church and rolling countryside, especially beautiful at sunset.
A classic walking area around the Temple of San Biagio, loved for postcard-worthy vistas and the harmony of architecture and landscape.
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is the town’s famed DOCG red wine, made mainly from Sangiovese. It is central to local identity and paired with Tuscan meat dishes.
Pici all’aglione is thick hand-rolled pasta with a sauce of local aglione garlic and tomato. It is a classic Valdichiana and southern Tuscan first course.
Pici al ragù di Chianina pairs rustic pici pasta with a rich sauce from prized Chianina beef. It showcases two iconic products of the surrounding Tuscan countryside.
Historic cellar and restaurant famous for Tuscan classics, local wines, and atmospheric dining in vaulted underground rooms beneath Montepulciano.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining inside a historic palazzo, known for refined Tuscan cuisine, seasonal tasting menus, and a polished fine-dining atmosphere.
Well-regarded traditional trattoria serving pici, Chianina beef, and other Tuscan staples in a warm, rustic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and wine-focused dining cost more than smaller towns, but local cafes, simple meals, and limited transit keep daily costs manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Montepulciano 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 Montepulciano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Montepulciano buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Bettolle, Piazza Del Popolo station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Montepulciano bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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