- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tirano to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $178.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tirano to Florence:
A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tirano to Florence costing on average $72 (€58).
A train is $136 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tirano to Florence costing on average $178 (€144).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 33m.
Flight takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around $72 (€58) compared to roughly $106 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€27). The journey takes 6h 33m versus 4h 54m 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.
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 Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
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Buses from Tirano to Florence run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly recommended.
A vast former Medici palace housing major museums and royal apartments. Worth visiting for both art collections and palace interiors.
The ceremonial heart of Florence, framed by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors.
Florence’s great civic square, packed with sculpture, historic atmosphere, and immediate access to key landmarks.
The city’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset for panoramic photos over Florence’s skyline.
Florence’s iconic thick-cut T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare and simply seasoned. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and winter vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a classic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
A comforting tomato and bread soup made with stale bread, garlic, olive oil, and basil. It is a beloved Florentine-Tuscan staple.
Florence’s landmark fine-dining destination, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional wine service, and one of Italy’s most prestigious cellars.
Long-established traditional restaurant known for its butter chicken, artichoke omelette, and intimate old-Florence atmosphere.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near Mercato Centrale, famous for bistecca alla Fiorentina, ribollita, and other classic Tuscan dishes.
Moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and local transport stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change is fine in cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Scandicci, Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella
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